providing

[pruh-vahy-ding]

conjunction

1. on the condition or understanding (that); provided.

   He can stay here providing he works.

providing

/ prəˈvaɪdɪŋ /

conjunction

1. on the condition or understanding (that)

   I'll play, providing you pay me

Confusables Note

See provided.

Word History and Origins

Origin of providing¹

First recorded in 1375–1425, providing is from the late Middle English word provydyng. See provide, -ing ²

Synonym Study

See if.

Example Sentences

They were accused of gathering and providing information prejudicial to the safety and interests of the state between December 2021 and February 2023.

From BBC

Earlier this year Sir Brian called the delay in providing it to victims as creating "an injustice all of its own".

From BBC

While Buddy is not able to go to school, the council is providing him with 19 hours of lessons per week in the local library.

From BBC

They have expanded their delivery service and branched out to providing Sunday lunches and children's meals.

From BBC

At the request of Nixon aide John Ehrlichman, Gray told field offices to help Nixon campaign surrogates by providing local crime information.

From Salon

Related Words

• arrangement 
• plan