providing

American  

[pruh-vahy-ding] / prəˈvaɪ dɪŋ /

conjunction

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

   He can stay here providing he works.

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providing British  

/ prəˈvaɪdɪŋ /

conjunction

1. on the condition or understanding (that)

   I'll play, providing you pay me

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Commonly Confused

See provided.

Related Words

See if.

Etymology

Origin of providing

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

Example Sentences

For example, OpenAI offers “study mode” in ChatGPT, which walks users through problems step by step instead of simply providing them with the answers.

From The Wall Street Journal

Bern offered in the talks to "contribute to the de-escalation of the current situation", the ministry said, without providing further details.

From Barron's

A few years later, BYD approached Ford about providing batteries to its cars sold in other markets.

From The Wall Street Journal

Carney’s office said Thursday that the two sides had signed memorandums of understanding covering energy, combating crime and other issues, providing “the foundation for a new strategic partnership.”

From The Wall Street Journal

Mat Dorrian, Guernsey representative for the British Medical Association, said the cost of providing healthcare had gone up "significantly" around the world due to rising demand.

From BBC

Related Words

• arrangement
• plan