pro tem

adv, adj — 3 senses

pro tem

adv

/pɹəʊˈtɛm/

Etymology Clipping of pro tempore, from Latin prō tempore (literally “for a time”).

1

US temporarily; for the time being

Synonyms: pro tempore

pro tem

adj

Etymology Clipping of pro tempore, from Latin prō tempore (literally “for a time”).

1

US temporary

2

US acting (of a job or role), serving temporarily

Synonyms: pro tempore

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