Definitions for "Provisional"
Of the nature of a provision; serving as a provision for the time being; -- used of partial or temporary arrangements; as, a provisional government; a provisional treaty.
Temporary; conditional.
stamp overprinted during emergency or shortage
A driver who is entitled to entry into the race, but has not driven fast enough to qualify for the race. Provisions are based upon drivers who are in the top 25 in season points, past race winners, and past series champions.
A starting spot awarded to a driver who did not qualify for a race based on his speed. NASCAR awards starting positions 37 thru 42 using this system. These provisional starts need to be earned through past performances. The 43rd position is left for a past champion who was unable to qualify. If there are no past champions who need to use it, the position is used with the regular provisional starts.
A ball played when it seems likely that the preceding shot is lost or out of bounds. It will count, plus a penalty.
A second ball struck in the event that the first ball is lost or out of bounds. If the first ball is playable, the provisional ball is picked up. If the first ball is not playable, the provisional ball is played and penalty strokes apply. Hitting the provisional ball often speeds up the pace of play.
A figure in your Tax Return which is estimated because the final figure is not yet available. If your Tax Return contains a provisional figure, you must tell the Inland Revenue what the final amount is as soon as it is known.
under terms not final or fully worked out or agreed upon; "probationary employees"; "a provisional government"; "just a tentative schedule"
a new Junior League member that has committed to the required class session which will provide them with basic training and information about the Junior Leagues mission, goals, organizational structure and class project
a cheap do-it-yourself informal disclosure that establishes an early filing date if a full application is filed within a year
a professional practicing planner who is in the process of obtaining validated responsible professional planning work experience
See Provisional Throws.
an employee who has not yet taken the examination but who meets the minimum qualifications