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

That could then be combined with a revamped Siri early as March, providing an additional potential revenue source apart from the launch of new handsets.

From Barron's

The company said that in a competitive market environment in China, it continues to focus on providing long-term value and superior product and tech experiences.

From The Wall Street Journal

The explosion, he said, “raises additional concerns about whether the FAA is providing adequate separation of space operations from airline flights.”

From Salon

"While council does not operate a pest control service, our officers have been providing information and advice to householders on pest control and effective ways to deal with unwelcome rodents," the spokesperson said.

From BBC

But some experts and stakeholders agreed with the state’s call, noting that the troubled power plant is still providing electricity at a moment when the state has little to spare.

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

• arrangement
• plan