temporary

/ˈtɛmpəɹi/ · noun

Meaning

One serving for a limited time; short-term employee.
Not permanent; existing only for a period or periods of time.
Existing only for a short time or short times; transient, ephemeral.

Etymology / origin

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Related words

transitory(English)transient(English)ephemeral(English)short-lived(English)passing(English)impermanent(English)fugacious(English)interim(English)restraining(English)injunction(English)permanent(English)classroom(English)

Descendant words

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Sources

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