procurement
US /prəˈkjʊr.mənt/
UK /prəˈkjʊr.mənt/

1.
采购, 获得, 购置
the action of obtaining or procuring something, especially with care and effort
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The procurement of raw materials is crucial for manufacturing.
原材料的采购对制造业至关重要。
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Government procurement processes can be complex.
政府采购流程可能很复杂。