English word purveyor comes from Latin provideo, and later Old French porveoir (To look at. To procure (obtain, get hold of).)
| Dictionary entry | Language | Definition |
|---|---|---|
| provideo | Latin (lat) | I am cautious; I act with foresight. I foresee. I look after, care for. I provide, see to. |
| porveoir | Old French (fro) | To look at. To procure (obtain, get hold of). |
| porveor | Old French (fro) | |
| purveour | Anglo-Norman (xno) | |
| purveyor | English (en) | (historical, UK) An officer who provided provisions for the king's household.. (obsolete) A procurer; a pimp.. Someone who supplies what is needed, especially food. |