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ad hoc

ad hoc [ ad hók, ad hṓk ]


adjective 
Definition:
 
done for particular purpose: done or set up solely in response to a specific situation or problem, without considering wider or longer-term issues
ad hoc measures

[Mid-17th century. < Latin, "to this"]

ad hoc adverb
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