provider
//pɹəˈvaɪ.də(ɹ)//
Forms
- Plural
- providers
Definitions
1.One who, or that which, provides a service, commodity, or the means for subsistence.
- Both switching costs and network effects tend to lead to enshittification because platform providers see early adopters as an investment in future profits.
- In view of this, it is clear why internet service providers (ISPs) are inclined to play a backbench role when it comes to combating file sharing.
- A part of the nervousness at Chelsea involves whether any more sponsors will follow the telecommunications and internet service provider Three in withdrawing support, at least temporarily.
Frequency
Overall
Uncommon· #2716
By learning goal
- Everyday conversation
- Rare
- General reading & writing
- Uncommon
- Academic
- Rare
- Literature
- Rare
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Word family
Etymology
From provide + -er.
Since 15th century.