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Meaning of PROVOCATION in English

The act of provoking, or causing vexation or, anger.

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    Meaning of PROVOCATION in English

    • The act of provoking, or causing vexation or, anger.
    • That which provokes, or excites anger; the cause of resentment; as, to give provocation.
    • Incitement; stimulus; as, provocation to mirth.
    • Such prior insult or injury as may be supposed, under the circumstances, to create hot blood, and to excuse an assault made in retort or redress.
    • An appeal to a court. [A Latinism]

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