supplier
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1 business provider (n.) B1 Intermediatea person or company that provides goods or services to another business or person.
an entity that provides goods or services, typically on a commercial basis and as part of a supply chain.
ExampleThe restaurant changed its vegetable supplier because the new one was cheaper.
ExampleThe automotive manufacturer maintains strict quality control standards for every external supplier to ensure the reliability of the final product.
Usageoften used with 'of' to specify the product, such as 'a supplier of office equipment'.
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2 sports assist (n.) C1 Advanced Informal Sporta player who passes the ball to a teammate so they can score a goal.
a player responsible for providing the final pass or cross that leads to a scoring opportunity.
ExampleHe is the team's main supplier, creating most of the chances for the strikers.
ExampleThe winger has become the primary supplier for the team, consistently delivering precise crosses into the box for the strikers to convert.
Usagemore common in British English sports commentary than in American English.
From supply + -er.