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Definition of
pro tem adverb
from the Oxford Advanced American Dictionary
pro tem
adverb
adverb
NAmE
/
/
ˌproʊ ˈtɛm
/
/
(
from Latin
)
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for now, but not for a long time
A new manager will be appointed pro tem.
pro tem
adjective
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A pro tem committee was formed from existing members.
See
pro tem
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