Foreprovision

/ˌfɔːrprəˈvɪʒən/ noun

Definition

The act of supplying or making available in advance; provisions or supplies provided beforehand for future use.

Etymology

From 'fore-' (before) + 'provision' (from Latin provisio, meaning a seeing beforehand). A noun describing advance supply or preparation.

Kelly Says

Ocean-going ships depended entirely on foreprovision—captains had to stock enough food, fresh water, and supplies for voyages lasting months without resupply, making miscalculation a death sentence for the entire crew.

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