temporary
Pronunciation: /ˈtɛmp(ə)rəri/
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Definition of temporary
adjective
noun ( plural temporaries)
- a person employed on a temporary basis, typically an office worker who finds employment through an agency: to gain flexibility, companies are bringing in temporaries or contracting out workSee also temp1.
Origin:
mid 16th century: from Latin temporarius, from tempus, tempor- 'time'
Spelling help
The ending of temporary is spelled -orary.