provos
/ˈproʊvoʊz/
noun
- Short for 'Provisionals,' a faction of the Irish Republican Army (IRA) that was active in the late 20th century.
- The Provos were involved in the conflict in Northern Ireland for decades.
- Many former Provos later took part in the peace process.
- The term 'Provos' is often used in historical discussions about the Troubles.