procure
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Britannica Dictionary definition of PROCURE
[+ object]
formal
1
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to get (something) by some action or effort
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obtain
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She managed to procure a ticket to the concert.
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The CIA believes the group is procuring weapons.
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They still need to procure a marriage license.
2
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to find or provide (a prostitute) for someone
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He was charged with illegally procuring young women for wealthy clients.
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easily procurable goods
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the procurement of materials and supplies
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Birth certificates are needed for procurement of a marriage license.
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The company is the largest procurer of building materials in the area.
