Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
supplies
Noun
/səˈplaɪz/
Definition
Essential items or materials needed for a specific purpose or activity.
Examples
- The school ordered new supplies for the art class.
- The expedition team packed enough supplies for their journey.
- During the pandemic, many stores struggled to keep essential supplies in stock.
Meaning
Supplies refer to the resources required for a particular function, such as tools, equipment, or consumables.
Synonyms
- provisions
- materials
- resources
- equipment
- stock
