providing

[ pruh-vahy-ding ]

conjunction

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

   He can stay here providing he works.

providing

/ prəˈvaɪdɪŋ /

conjunction

1. subordinatingsometimes foll bythat 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

France 24 is providing live, round-the-clock coverage of both scenes as they progress.

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The language school did not focus on providing instruction but instead was a visa mill.

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There is no doubt Shadman used his contacts to start a very lucrative business providing services to Special Forces units.

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She also appreciates the importance of providing young girls strong role models, onscreen and off.

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One could argue that they are providing a service—and a service that could be replicated by other outlets and media.

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A savings bank is not a true bank of deposit, providing circulating credit.

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Be careful that none sit still through your negligence in providing partners.

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The plants may be cut either in the morning (after the dew is off) or just at night, providing there are no indications of frost.

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In certain moods he possessed that dash and devil-may-care air which pleases most women, providing the man is a cosmopolitan.

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No difficulty is experienced in obtaining admission to Knole House, providing one pays the price.

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