procurance

American  

[proh-kyoor-uhns, pruh-] / proʊˈkyʊər əns, prə- /

noun

1. the act of bringing about or getting something; agency; procurement.

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Usage

What does procurance mean? Procurance is the act or process of procuring something—obtaining or getting it, especially through special means or extra effort.When used in a general way, the word procurement is more commonly used to mean the same thing. Procurement most commonly refers to the formal, official process of purchasing and obtaining materials, supplies, or equipment, especially in the context of business or government. But procurance isn’t commonly used to mean this.Example: The procurance of these items will require additional time.

Etymology

Origin of procurance

First recorded in 1545–55; procure + -ance

Example Sentences

Exultant over this, a discovery that, if the treasure was a reality, assured its procurance, neither of us noticed the dignified, courteous approach of Pescini from the hallway.

From Project Gutenberg

Then muse not though I glory in my miss, Since she who holds my heart and me in durance, Hath life, death, love and all in her procurance.

From Project Gutenberg