B2nounbusinesstechnology
US/prəˈvaɪ.dər/
UK/prəˈvaɪ.də/
a person or company that supplies a service or product to others
In context
My internet provider is offering a cheaper plan this month.
She is the main provider for her family after her father fell ill.
The hospital is the largest health care provider in the region.
Words that go with provider
noun + noun
- internet providerYou can switch to another internet provider at any time.
- health care providerAsk your health care provider about the side effects.
- service providerEach service provider sets its own prices.
adjective + noun
- leading providerThey are a leading provider of solar panels.
- main providerHe was the main provider in the household.
noun + preposition
- provider ofThe company is a provider of online courses.