providence: Meaning and Definition of
prov•i•dence
Pronunciation: (prov'i-duns), [key] — n.
- (often cap.) the foreseeing care and guidance of God or nature over the creatures of the earth.
- (cap.) God, esp. when conceived as omnisciently directing the universe and the affairs of humankind with wise benevolence.
- a manifestation of divine care or direction.
- provident or prudent management of resources; prudence.
- foresight; provident care.
Prov•i•dence
Pronunciation: (prov'i-duns), [key] — n.
- a seaport in and the capital of Rhode Island, in the NE part, at the head of Narragansett Bay. 156,804.
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