Definition

A type of dry food used to feed animals, especially livestock, or general food supplies.

Example

Farmers often store provender to ensure their animals have enough to eat during the winter months.

Conversation

Have you ever tried to make your own provender for the animals?

No, I haven't! What's involved in that?

It's pretty simple; you just need to mix some grains and hay as provender.

That sounds interesting! Maybe I'll give it a shot this weekend.

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Root Explanation

Provender is derived from the Old French word 'provendre', which means to provide or supply. The root 'pro-' (meaning for) and 'vendre' (meaning to sell) combine to indicate the act of providing or supplying food, particularly for animals. Thus, provender refers to food or fodder for livestock.

Memory Tip

Think of 'providing' ('pro-') food ('vendre') for animals — that's why provender means animal feed.

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