What is another word for Provos?

Pronunciation: [pɹˈə͡ʊvə͡ʊz] (IPA)

Provos is a term that is often used to refer to the Provisional Irish Republican Army (IRA) or its members. However, there are several synonyms that can be used to describe this group or its members. Some common alternatives include Republican paramilitaries, the PIRA, Irish insurgents, Irish nationalists, and freedom fighters. Other possible synonyms might include militants, revolutionaries, separatists, or terrorists, depending on one's perspective or political leanings. Regardless of how one chooses to describe them, it is clear that the Provos have played a significant role in the history of Ireland and its struggle towards reconciliation and peace.

What are the hypernyms for Provos?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.
  • Other hypernyms:

    paramilitary organization, vigilante group, guerilla movement, Irregular military force, militant organization, organized rebels.

Usage examples for Provos

Mi do esperas ke, kiel eble plej multe, niaj muzikaj verkistoj Provos konservi la uniforman Esperantan akcenton, sen kio nia lingvo perdus tiom da utileco kaj belsoneco.
"The Esperantist, Complete"
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Famous quotes with Provos

  • The only people that ever made a difference to Billy were the Provos, and they were cunts as well. Ah've no illusions aboot them as freedom fighters. The bastards made ma brar intae a pile ay cat food. But they jist pulled the switch. His death was concieved of by these Orange cunts, comin through every July with thir sashes and flutes, fillin Billy's stupid head with nonsense aboot crown and country and aw that garbage. They'll go home chuffed fae the day. They kin tell aw thir mates aboot how one ay the family died, murdered by the IRA, while defending Ulster. It'll fuel thir pointless anger, get them bought drinks in pubs, and help establish their doss-bastard credibility wi other sectarian arseholes.
    Irvine Welsh

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