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Definition of unprovoke

obsolete
: to rid of a motive, desire, or capability

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First Known Use of unprovoke

circa 1616, in the meaning defined above

History and Etymology for unprovoke

un- entry 2 + provoke

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The first known use of unprovoke was circa 1616

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“Unprovoke.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/unprovoke. Accessed 6 Jul. 2022.

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