Also means
to supply
Usage Note
Pourvoir is an irregular verb meaning to provide or supply someone with something, often used in formal contexts. It is common in the phrase pourvoir à ses besoins ('to provide for one's needs'). The reflexive se pourvoir is a legal term meaning 'to appeal' (a judgment). The past participle is pourvu.
Examples
"Il faut pourvoir ce poste rapidement."
Natural Translation
This position must be filled quickly.
Literal Translation
It is necessary to fill this position quickly.
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