procure
Translation
to obtain, to get, to acquire, to secure
Examples
She managed to procure a ticket for the concert.
She managed to procure a ticket for the concert.
He was responsible for procuring supplies for the army.
He was responsible for procuring supplies for the army.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) to obtain (sth.), especially with care or effort She managed to procure a ticket for the concert.
Similar Words
Synonyms: obtain, acquire, secure, get
Etymology
From Latin 'pro-' (for) + 'curare' (to take care of). It means 'to take care of getting something'.
Memory Tips
Think 'PROfessionally seCURE'. It's a formal word for 'get', often implying difficulty or effort.