procurement
Translation
procurement, acquisition, obtaining
Examples
The procurement of raw materials is a key process.
The procurement of raw materials is a key process.
He works in the company's procurement department.
He works in the company's procurement department.
Grammar Patterns
the procurement of ((sth.)) the action of obtaining or procuring something The procurement of raw materials is a key process.
Similar Words
Synonyms: acquisition, purchasing, buying
Etymology
From the verb 'procure' plus the noun-forming suffix '-ment'. The act of procuring.
Memory Tips
This is the noun form of the verb 'procure'. It's often used in business or government contexts for 'purchasing'.