pro tempore

adv, adj — 3 senses

pro tempore

adv

/ˌproʊ ˈtɛmpəri/ · /ˌproʊ ˈtɛmpəreɪ/

Etymology From the Latin prō tempore (literally “for a time”).

1

US temporarily; for the time being

  • President pro tempore of the Senate
Synonyms
pro tem

pro tempore

adj

Etymology From the Latin prō tempore (literally “for a time”).

1

US temporary

2

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

Synonyms
pro tem

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