proviso

[ pruh-vahy-zoh ]

noun

, plural pro·vi·sos, pro·vi·soes.

1. a clause in a statute, contract, or the like, by which a condition is introduced.
2. a stipulation or condition.

   Synonyms: qualification, limitation, restriction

proviso

/ prəˈvaɪzəʊ /

noun

1. a clause in a document or contract that embodies a condition or stipulation
2. a condition or stipulation

Word History and Origins

Origin of proviso¹

1400–50; late Middle English < Medieval Latin prōvīsō, for prōvīsō ( quod ) it being provided (that), ablative neuter singular of Latin prōvīsus, past participle of prōvidēre to provide

Word History and Origins

Origin of proviso¹

C15: from Medieval Latin phrase prōvīsō quod it being provided that, from Latin prōvīsus provided

Example Sentences

Alex and the band capitulated, with the proviso that the video would be free of gimmickry.

From Los Angeles Times

Yet technological rule changes for this year's competition have reduced crew sizes from 11 people to eight, but with the proviso that any body part can now be used to create power.

From BBC

Mangold told Rolling Stone the actors did their own singing - with the proviso that he could fix anything necessary in post-production.

From BBC

Others have been allowed to continue on the proviso they remain peaceful.

From BBC

One specific criticism of Consumer Watchdog revolves around a unique proviso of Proposition 103.

From Los Angeles Times