in situ

• عبارة لاتينية تُستعمل في مجالات متعددة وتعني 'في الموضع الأصلي' أو 'في مكانه'، وتشير إلى شيء موجود في مكانه الطبيعي أو الأصلي دون نقله.

A Latin phrase used in various fields meaning 'in its original place' or 'in position', referring to something that is situated in its natural or original location without being moved.

1. In the original placeC1formal

   In the original or natural position or location.

   في الموقع

   • The archaeologists studied the artifacts in situ.
   • The painting was left in situ in the old chapel.
   • The patient's tumor was examined in situ during the surgery.

2. Without removalC1formal

   Without being moved from its original location or context.

   في موضعه

   • The sculpture was restored in situ rather than being taken to a studio.
   • The soil samples were analyzed in situ to preserve their composition.
   • The team decided to repair the damaged pipe in situ.