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purveyor

 

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Noun purveyor has 1 sense
  1. purveyor - someone who supplies provisions (especially food)
    --1 is a kind of
    supplier, provider
    Derived form: verb purvey1

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Purveyor

Definition:

A purveyor is a person or business that supplies and sells goods, often of a particular kind or quality.

Sense 1:

Noun: A supplier or seller of goods, especially one who specializes in a particular kind or quality.

Example: The local bakery has become a trusted purveyor of freshly baked bread.

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Sense 2:

Noun: A person or organization that spreads or promotes something.

Example: The musician has become a purveyor of peace through his heartfelt songs.

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Sense 3:

Noun: In British usage, a person authorized by royal appointment to provide supplies, such as food or drink, to the royal household.

Example: The purveyor of wines and spirits ensures the royal household is always well-stocked for official events.

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Sense 4:

Noun: In Scots law, a person licensed to sell alcohol at a specific location.

Example: The pub owner is a licensed purveyor of fine scotch whiskies.

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Sense 5:

Noun: In heraldry, a person allowed to display or sell certain goods or services under specific conditions.

Example: The purveyor of official university merchandise carefully designs and sells clothing and accessories with the university's logo.

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Sense 6:

Verb: To supply or provide (goods) as a purveyor.

Example: The local farm purveys fresh organic vegetables to restaurants in the area.

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