Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
prov
abbreviation, informal
/prÉ’v/
Definition
A colloquial abbreviation for ‘provenance’ or ‘provisional’.
Examples
- She purchased the painting, but the dealer failed to provide the prov that confirmed its authenticity.
- The project was put on hold until they received prov for the materials they required.
Meaning
In informal contexts, ‘prov’ can refer to the origin or source of something, particularly in relation to art or products. It can also mean temporary or conditional.
Synonyms
- provenance
- origin
- source
