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English word origin

Etymology of temp

Clipping of temperature.

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Source etymology 1

Original entry ↗
verb

To measure or check the temperature of something, especially food or equipment in a commercial kitchen.

noun

Clipping of temperature.

Selected source glosses provide context, not a complete modern definition inventory

Clipping of temperature.

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Source etymology 2

Original entry ↗
adv

Alternative form of temp. (“in the time of”).

Selected source glosses provide context, not a complete modern definition inventory

See temp.

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Source etymology 3

Original entry ↗
verb

To work as a temporary employee.

noun

Synonym of temporary (“short-term employee”). · Synonym of temporary (“short-term variable”).

adj

Abbreviation of temporary.

Selected source glosses provide context, not a complete modern definition inventory

Clipping of temporary.

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