Meaning & Definition of Temporary in English

Detailed Definitions

• Definition: Not permanent; intended to last only for a limited period.

  Example Sentence: She found a temporary job while she searched for a permanent position.

• Definition: Designating something that is meant to last for a short time.

  Example Sentence: They put up temporary barriers for the construction site.

• Definition: Ordinary and commonplace; lacking permanence.

  Example Sentence: His stay at the hotel was only temporary.

Etymology

Origin: From Latin 'temporarius', from 'tempus' meaning 'time'.

Synonyms

Common Phrases and Expressions

• temporary solution: A fix that addresses a problem for a limited time without solving the underlying issue.
• temporary relief: A short-term alleviation of a problem, typically pain or discomfort.
• temporary tattoo: A tattoo applied to the skin that lasts for a few days to a few weeks.

Translations

• Spanish: temporal

• French: temporaire

• German: vorübergehend

• Russian: временный

Related Words

• temporary nature: The state of being not permanent or lasting.

• template: A standard or model used as a guide for future use.

Slang Meanings of temporary

• Meaning: Flings

  Example Sentence: Their relationship was just a fling; it was temporary.

• Meaning: Stopgap

  Example Sentence: He took a stopgap job until his dream job came along.