Divine care or direction, the will of God or the gods; fate. / A city in Providence County, Rhode Island, United States, the state capital and largest city. / A city in Kentucky. / A city in Utah.

(now rare) Preparation for the future; good governance, foresight. / The careful governance and guidance of God (or another deity, nature etc.).

Possessing, exercising, or demonstrating great care and consideration for the future. / Showing care in the use of something (especially money or provisions), so as to avoid wasting it.

Capable of being provided.

In a provident manner.

plural of provider

to make available; to supply for use

A person or company that gives or supplies something.

The jackal, from its supposed practice of finding prey for the lion. / (figuratively) Any humble friend or follower.

One of 5 counties in Rhode Island, United States. Largest city: Providence. There is no county seat.