procurement

noun

pro·​cure·​ment prə-ˈkyu̇r-mənt How to pronounce procurement (audio)
prō-
: the act or process of procuring
especially : the obtaining of military supplies by a government

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By working closely with producers, broadcasters, and streamers, the company ensures efficient content procurement and maximised reach for its partners. Deadline, 12 Mar. 2025 Despite the clear strategic and economic benefits of a fossil-free military, many defense procurements continue to lock in outdated technology. Ingmar Rentzhog, Forbes, 11 Mar. 2025 This is a fraction of what NASA would pay through a traditional procurement program. Eric Berger, Ars Technica, 7 Mar. 2025 Some two-thirds of European defense procurement is spent on American weapons. Tommy Tuberville, Newsweek, 6 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for procurement

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First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of procurement was in the 14th century

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“Procurement.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/procurement. Accessed 24 Mar. 2025.

Legal Definition

procurement

noun
pro·​cure·​ment
1
: the act of procuring
2
: the purchasing, leasing, renting, or selling of materials, services, equipment, or construction

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