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interim

in·ter·im [ íntərim ]


adjective 
Definition:
 
1. having temporary effect: serving as a temporary measure until something more complete and permanent can be established

2. holding temporary office: serving temporarily until a permanent replacement can be elected or appointed



noun  (plural in·ter·ims)
Definition:
 
intervening time: a period of time between two occurrences or periods
in the interim

[Mid-16th century. < Latin, "meanwhile"]
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