providence
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[edit] English
[edit] Etymology
From Old French providence, from Latin prōvidentia (“‘providence, foresight’”).
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- IPA: /ˈprɒvɪdəns/
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[edit] Noun
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providence (uncountable)
- The prudent care and management of resources.
- His providence in saving for his old age is exemplary.
- The careful guardianship exercised by a deity.
- A manifestation of divine care or direction.
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[edit] Translations
Prudent care and management of resources
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Careful guardianship exercised by a deity
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Manifestation of divine care or direction
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