provisionalparkingspace

noun

UK /prəˈvɪʒənəl ˈpɑːkɪŋ speɪs/

US /prəˈvɪʒənəl ˈpɑːrkɪŋ speɪs/

A spot where you can park for a little while, but not forever.

We found a provisional parking space near the shop while we waited for our car.

SYNONYMS

temporary parking spot short-term parking space stopgap parking area interim parking bay

RELATED WORDS

parking lot parking permit curb garage valet

OTHER MEANINGS

2. A parking place set aside for a short, limited time.

The provisional parking space was only good for thirty minutes.

3. A parking area that is not permanent and may change later.

The city turned the empty lot into a provisional parking space for the summer.

4. A parking spot reserved for someone until a final one is ready.

New staff get a provisional parking space until their assigned spot is free.