provided

conjunction

Definition of PROVIDED

: on condition that : with the understanding : if

See provided defined for English-language learners

See provided defined for kids

Although occasionally still disapproved, providing is as well established as a conjunction as provided is. Provided is more common.

Middle English, past participle of providen to provide

First Known Use: 15th century

PROVIDED Defined for Kids

conjunction pro·vid·ed \prə-ˈvī-dəd\

: if 1 <We'll start now provided you agree.>

Next Word in the Dictionary: provided schoolPrevious Word in the Dictionary: provideAll Words Near: provided

What made you want to look up provided? Please tell us where you read or heard it (including the quote, if possible).

Put-downs with flair

How to use a word that (literally) drives some people nuts.

Test your vocab with our fun, fast game

Ailurophobia, and 9 other unusual fears