CEFR C1

procure

verb

Meaning

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.

Synonyms: get, obtain, acquire, secure

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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."

Synonyms of procure

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