Definition, synonyms and related words
plural of provider
"The insurance plan lists several healthcare providers who are willing to accept its rates."
In plain English: Providers are people or companies that give you what you need, like food, shelter, or services.
"Many providers offer different plans for internet service in our neighborhood."
Usage: Use providers to refer to people or organizations that supply goods, services, or support, such as healthcare facilities or internet companies. Avoid using this term when simply describing someone who gives something without implying an ongoing service or business relationship.
Derived from Old French providour, this term originally meant one who provides or supplies, entering English in the late 14th century as an agent noun formed from the verb to provide.