procures
|pro/cures|
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/prəˈkjʊrz/
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/prəˈkjʊəz/
(procure)
obtain with effort
Etymology
'procure' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'procurare', where 'pro-' meant 'for' and 'curare' meant 'to take care of'.
'procure' changed from Old French/Middle English words such as 'procurer'/'procuren' and eventually became the modern English word 'procure'.
Initially, it meant 'to take care of' or 'to manage', but over time it evolved into its current meanings of 'to obtain' or 'to bring about'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
(third-person singular present of 'procure') To obtain something, especially with care or effort; to acquire or secure.
She procures rare manuscripts for the university library.
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Verb 2
(third-person singular present of 'procure') To bring about or cause (an outcome or situation) by action or effort.
His connections procures him favorable terms in negotiations.
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Last updated: 2025/12/13 00:19