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cater to
variants: or chiefly British
cater for
Definition of cater to
: to provide what is wanted or needed by (someone or something) The inn caters exclusively to foreign tourists. The library caters to scientists. That store caters for middle-class taste. (disapproving) As a child he was spoiled by parents who catered to his every need.
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caterplay
: to provide a supply of food
: to supply what is required or desired
: to provide food and service for
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