procure (C1)
verb
Pronunciation: /prəˈkjʊər/
Definition
To obtain or acquire something, especially with care or effort.
Examples
She managed to procure a rare book for her collection.
The organization works to procure essential supplies for disaster relief.
He had to procure a special permit to enter the restricted area.
How to Use procure
- procure for (prepositional phrase)
- To obtain something on behalf of someone else. — "The charity aims to procure food for homeless families."
- procure from (prepositional phrase)
- To obtain something starting from a specific source. — "We need to procure the necessary materials from a reliable supplier."
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