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Definition of: providence
(prov′ə·dəns) noun
1. The care exercised by the Supreme Being over the universe.
2. An event or circumstances ascribable to divine interposition.
3. The exercise of foresight and care for the future; prudent economy. See synonyms under FRUGALITY, PRUDENCE. [<OF <L providentia <providens, -entis, ppr. of providere. See PROVIDE.]
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