Definition

A person or company that supplies goods, especially food or other provisions.

Example

The purveyor delivered fresh vegetables to the restaurant every morning.

Conversation

Have you heard about that new food market opening downtown?

Yeah, I think it's going to be a great spot for locals.

I heard they have a purveyor who specializes in organic produce.

That's awesome! Fresh, local food is always the best.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Purveyor → It is formed from "purveyor" (from Old French *pourveor*, meaning provider or supplier) and the suffix "-or" (meaning one who). A purveyor is one who provides or supplies goods.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who 'provides' ('pourveor') goods — that's what a purveyor does.

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