- resource
- re|source1 [ rı`zɔrs ] noun ***1. ) count something you can use to help you to achieve something, especially in your work or study:The Internet has become a valuable resource in schools.We have launched an appeal to set up a new library and resource center.resource for: Museums are important resources for teaching history.a ) usually plural something such as money, workers, or equipment that can be used to help an institution or a business:U.N. officials have called for extra financial resources to deal with the emergency.resource for: We are increasing resources for our emergency services.pool your resources (=combine them): We can pool our resources in order to lower costs.b ) usually plural things such as coal, trees, and oil that exist in nature and can be used by people:Many of these countries are rich in timber and mineral resources.The company plans to exploit the plentiful resources of fish in the area.2. ) uncount FORMAL the ability to deal with problems effectively: RESOURCEFULNESS:She has shown considerable resource in creating the new team.3. ) resources plural the qualities and skills that someone has and can use for dealing with problems:He needed all his resources to escape alive.resourcere|source 2 [ rı`zɔrs ] verb transitive FORMALto provide a person or an organization with the things they need in order to operate effectively, especially money:Eventually there may be fewer clinics but they all will be adequately resourced.
Usage of the words and phrases in modern English. 2013.