provisionalparkingzone

noun
UK /prəˈvɪʒənəl ˈpɑːkɪŋ zəʊn/
US /prəˈvɪʒənəl ˈpɑːrkɪŋ zoʊn/

A provisional parking zone is a special spot where cars can park for a little while, but only for now.

The sign said this is a provisional parking zone, so we can leave the car here until the new lot opens.


OTHER MEANINGS

2. A marked area set aside for vehicles during a temporary event or construction period.

During the street fair, the provisional parking zone was set up behind the stage.

3. A short-term parking permission granted while a permanent arrangement is being decided.

The city gave the school a provisional parking zone until the new garage was finished.

4. A designated space that may be changed or removed at any time.

Drivers were warned that the provisional parking zone would disappear once the roadwork began.