provider
n. countablen. a person or company that gives you a service or a product you need. You often use this for things like internet, electricity, or healthcare.
n. an organization or individual that supplies a particular service or commodity. Often used in professional contexts to describe commercial entities or healthcare professionals.
Who is your current internet provider?
The hospital is the largest healthcare provider in the region, serving over fifty thousand patients every year.
Switching to a different energy provider can often lead to significant savings, provided the consumer carefully reviews the terms of the fixed-rate contract before signing.
From provide + -er. Since 15th century.
Commonly modified by the specific service being offered, such as 'service provider', 'care provider', or 'content provider'.