ad interim

Meanings

• adverb

  Temporarily, for the time being

  - "The student was allowed to borrow the book ad interim."
  - "The company will continue to operate ad interim while a new CEO is being selected."

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Variants

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ad interim

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Etymology

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From the Latin word 'interim' which means 'between' or 'amongst'. The prefix 'ad' means 'to' or 'towards'.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'ad interim' is often used in academic contexts to refer to a temporary grade assigned to a student before their final grade is determined.

2. In the context of financial markets, 'ad interim' dividends are interim or preliminary dividends paid to shareholders before the final dividend is declared.

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Related Concepts

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1. Temporary: Refers to something that lasts for a limited time or is not permanent.

2. Interim: A period of time between two events or stages.

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Culture

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In Latin literature and philosophy, 'ad interim' was used to indicate a pause or intermission in a debate or discussion. It has also been used in legal contexts to refer to a temporary arrangement or agreement.

How to Memorize "ad interim"

1. mnemonics
   

   - To remember the meaning of 'ad interim', think of it as 'to between' or 'to amongst'.

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