Interim

noun

/ˈɪntəɹɪm/

Word Frequency: 5.1

Definitions

1.nounA transitional or temporary period between other events.

"His car is in the shop, but they gave him a rental to drive in the interim."

2.adjectiveTransitional.

"Iraq's government is interim."

3.adjectiveTemporary.

"You are interim manager until he returns from hospital."

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