pro tem

• Locution latine abrégée de 'pro tempore', signifiant 'pour le moment' ou 'temporairement'. S'emploie pour désigner une personne occupant une fonction par intérim ou une action prise à titre de mesure provisoire.

A Latin abbreviation for 'pro tempore', meaning 'for the time being' or 'temporarily'. Used to describe someone acting in a position on a temporary basis, or something done as a temporary measure.

1. Temporary or for the time beingC1formal

   Acting as a substitute or placeholder for a limited period.

   par intérim

   • She was appointed chairperson pro tem until a permanent replacement is found.
   • The committee formed a pro tem board to handle urgent matters.
   • He served as the pro tem manager during the transition period.