(Also with capital initials) an interim or temporary government, especially one set up to govern until constitutional self-government or democracy can be established or restored.
Origin
Early 18th century; earliest use found in David Jones (fl. 1675–1720), spy and historian.
Definition of provisional government in US English:
provisional government
noun
(Also with capital initials) an interim or temporary government, especially one set up to govern until constitutional self-government or democracy can be established or restored.
Origin
Early 18th century; earliest use found in David Jones (fl. 1675–1720), spy and historian.