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permatemp

per·ma·temp [ púrmə tèmp ] (plural per·ma·temps)


noun 
Definition:
 
1. long-term temporary employee: a temporary employee who is repeatedly rehired for short-term work assignments, so that a company can reduce the overhead costs incurred through full-time employment

2. agency supplying temporary employees: an employment agency that supplies temporary employees to an employer

[Late 20th century. <permanent + temp]
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