confer (on)

verb

Definition of confer (on)next
as in to bestow (on or upon)

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  1. provide
  2. equip
  3. clothe
Verb
  • City officials provided renderings, which show a white bridge with two sets of arches on either side.
    Mary Ramsey, Charlotte Observer, 14 Jan. 2025
  • Oils, scrubs, and detoxes all provide balance and ensure optimal growth.
    Essence, Essence, 14 Jan. 2025
Definition of provide
Verb
  • The Pentagon said Friday that two military C-130 Hercules aircraft equipped with a firefighting system are now on the scene, according to Military.com.
    Michael Dorgan, Fox News, 12 Jan. 2025
  • However, the fundamental core of the creative process remains unchanged; talented individuals, equipped with the appropriate tools, are ultimately responsible for bringing new ideas to life.
    Kimberly A. Whitler, Forbes, 12 Jan. 2025
Definition of equip
Verb
  • By the time Post Malone came on stage and knocked out his high-energy, crowd-pleasing set while clad in a Luke Combs T-shirt and cutoff jorts, the air was dry and cool.
    Théoden Janes, Charlotte Observer, 8 Jan. 2025
  • The interior, clad with carbon-fiber extras, has the seats and dashboard both swathed in dark-brown leather.
    Charlie Thomas, Robb Report, 7 Jan. 2025
Definition of clothe
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“Confer (on).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/confer%20%28on%29. Accessed 20 Jan. 2025.

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