I. ˈtem-pə-ˌrer-ē adjective
Etymology: Latin temporarius, from tempor-, tempus time
Date: circa 1564
: lasting for a limited time
• tem·po·rar·i·ness noun
II. noun
( plural -rar·ies )
Date: 1848
: one serving for a limited time
adding several temporaries as typists during the summer