provider

noun

pro·​vid·​er prə-ˈvī-dər 

: one that provides

health care providers

an Internet provider

especially : breadwinner

Examples of provider in a Sentence

She works hard and is a good provider.

He is the sole provider for his family.

Recent Examples on the Web

Mubadala has recently become one of the most aggressive Gulf sovereign wealth funds, embarking on a dealmaking spree, tying up with some of the biggest names in global finance, and taking a more active role leading on investments rather than being a passive capital provider. —Matthew Martin, semafor.com, 9 Apr. 2026

Always follow your healthcare provider's treatment recommendations, which may include medications and lifestyle changes like a heart-healthy diet, physical activity, and stress reduction. —Patricia Weiser, Verywell Health, 9 Apr. 2026

In an effort to align his new child care program for 2-year-olds with the schedules of New York City parents, Mayor Mamdani said Thursday most 2-K providers will operate for the full work day and year-round. —Cayla Bamberger, New York Daily News, 9 Apr. 2026

Tools like the Sydney Health app bring benefits, in-network providers, cost estimates, and care navigation together in one place. —Anthem Blue Cross California, Daily News, 9 Apr. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

Phrases Containing provider

• access provider
• application service provider
• Internet service provider
• preferred provider
• preferred provider organization
• wireless provider

Rhymes for provider

• collider
• confider
• divider
• insider
• outsider
• cider
• cyder
• eider
• glider
• hider
• rider
• schneider