供給源
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Meanings
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source of supply
Refers to the origin or provider of goods, materials, energy, information, etc. Common in business, logistics, and technical contexts.
This region is a major source of food supply.
We are looking for new energy supply sources.
Usage patterns
- 〈物〉の供給源を確保するto secure a source of supply for something
The factory signed a contract to secure a supply source for raw materials.
- 供給源が枯渇するfor a source of supply to dry up
If the oil supply source dries up, prices will soar.
- 新たな供給源を探すto search for a new source of supply
The company is searching for new sources of energy supply.