interim
adjectivemasculine/ĩtɨˈɾinu/medium
in·te·ri·no
Definition
Holding a position or role temporarily, until a permanent appointment is made.
She was appointed as the interim CEO while the board searched for a permanent replacement.
An interim government was formed to oversee the elections.
Common collocations
interim directorinterim governmentinterim position
Etymology
Do latim 'interinus'.