What does "supplies" mean?

1. (necessary items) food, equipment, or other things that are needed for a particular purpose. 2. (financial resources) money or resources provided for a specific project or government use.

How do you use "supplies"?

Often used in the context of 'Supply Bills' or 'Votes of Supply' in parliamentary systems.

supplies

US //səˈpɫaɪz// UK //səplˈaɪz// sup·plies

1 necessary items (n.)
B1 Intermediate

food, equipment, or other things that are needed for a particular purpose.

the stock of materials, provisions, or equipment necessary for an operation or for daily survival.

Example

The rescue team brought medical supplies and clean water to the village.

Example

The expedition was forced to turn back after their essential supplies were contaminated by the unexpected floodwaters.
2 financial resources (n.)
C1 Advanced Formal Technical Law

money or resources provided for a specific project or government use.

financial resources or grants of money, particularly those voted by a legislature for government expenditure.

Example

The government debated the new supplies for the education department.

Example

The parliamentary committee scrutinized the annual supplies to ensure the allocated funds were being utilized efficiently across all departments.

Usage

Often used in the context of 'Supply Bills' or 'Votes of Supply' in parliamentary systems.