* It's a misspelling. Perhaps you meant "provocation," which refers to something that causes anger or another strong reaction.
* It's a technical term. It could be a specialized term used in a specific field, like medicine or law. Could you provide more context?
* It's a newly coined word. There's always the chance that it's a brand new word, possibly with a specific meaning.
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* Where did you encounter this word? (book, article, conversation)
* What was the surrounding text?
This will help me understand the meaning and provide you with a more accurate answer.