Dispurvey

/dɪspərˈveɪ/ verb

Definition

To fail to supply, provision, or cater to someone's needs; to deprive of supplies.

Etymology

From dis- (negation) + purvey (from Old French purveer, 'to provide'). Related to purveyor; means to withhold provision.

Kelly Says

Medieval siege warfare depended on dispurveying enemy castles—cutting off supply lines was often more effective than attacking walls directly.

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