D defs.my
Entry 1 sense Webster, 1913

Temporary

/tĕm'-pẽr-ĕrˌ-ē/ · Tem·po·ra·ry · IPA /ˈtɛmp(əˌɹ)ɛɹi/
01 a. Lasting for a time only; existing or continuing for a limited time; not permanent; as, the patient has obtained temporary relief.
  1. 1.
    Lasting for a time only; existing or continuing for a limited time; not permanent; as, the patient has obtained temporary relief.
    Temporary government of the city.” Motley.
Phrases & compounds
Temporary star — See under Star.