purveyor — a person or company that supplies or deals in particular goods
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a person or company that supplies or deals in particular goods
Pronunciation (IPA): /pərˈveɪər/
Example Sentences
- He became the exclusive purveyor of mystery novels to insomniacs.
- The company serves as a purveyor of high-quality office supplies.
- She's not just a baker, she's a purveyor of happiness in cake form.
purveyor
NOUN[/pərˈveɪər/]
a person or company that supplies or deals in particular goods
a cheerful shop owner in an apron carefully selects artisan cheeses from behind a glass counter for a waiting customer. He holds up different cheese wheels and wedges, explaining each variety with animated gestures. The customer points excitedly at specific cheeses while the owner wraps them in special paper. Other customers browse the carefully arranged shelves filled with imported delicacies and specialty items. The shop owner's expertise and care in providing these particular goods is evident in his knowledgeable presentation. a person who supplies and deals in particular specialty goods
The purveyor works with surveyor and conveyor!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
The word derives from Old French 'pourveoir' (to supply, provision) in the 14th century, which traces back to Latin 'providere' (to foresee, prepare beforehand). Originally referred to a person who looked ahead and made preparations.
Breakdown
pourvey (to supply, provide) + -or (one who performs the action), from Latin pro- (before, forward) + videre (to see).
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📝Examples
“He became the exclusive purveyor of mystery novels to insomniacs.”
“The company serves as a purveyor of high-quality office supplies.”
“She's not just a baker, she's a purveyor of happiness in cake form.”
“The market features several local purveyors of organic produce.”
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