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Definition of pro tem adverb from the Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary

pro tem

adverb

/ˌprəʊ ˈtem/

/ˌprəʊ ˈtem/

(from Latin)

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for now, but not for a long time synonym temporarily
- A new manager will be appointed pro tem.
Word Originabbreviation of Latin pro tempore.

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