Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
prov
abbreviation, informal
/prÉ’v/
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Definition
A colloquial abbreviation for ‘provenance’ or ‘provisional’.
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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.
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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.
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Synonyms
- provenance
- origin
- source