lasting or intended to last or be used only for a short time; not permanent
temporary relief from painI'm looking for some temporary work.They had to move into temporary accommodation.a temporary measure/solution/arrangementMore than half the staff are temporary.Opposite
permanent
temporarily
ˈtemprərəli
ˌtempəˈrerəli
ˈtemprərinəs
ˈtempərerinəs

