temporary

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/ˈtɛmpəɹi/ English

Definitions

noun

One serving for a limited time; short-term employee.

adjective

Not permanent; existing only for a period or periods of time.
Existing only for a short time or short times; transient, ephemeral.

Related words

Synonyms

temp transitory transient ephemeral short-lived passing impermanent fugacious interim episodic terminable temporal working makeshift jury-rigged visiting irregular

Associated

restraining injunction permanent classroom accommodation brigadier exhibits seating erected shelter closure rank

Rhymes

extraordinary contemporary contrary sanctuary solitary arbitrary wary ordinary tarry emissary

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