interimsolution
nounUK /ˈɪntərɪm səˈluːʃən/
US /ˈɪntərɪm səˈluːʃən/
A temporary fix that helps for now until a better one is ready.
We used tape as an interim solution to hold the box together until we bought a new one.
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2. A short-term arrangement used while a permanent plan is being prepared.
The interim solution was to share one office until the new building was finished.
3. A first draft answer that will be replaced later.
Her interim solution to the math problem was close, but she planned to check it again.
4. A temporary person or thing filling a role until the real one arrives.
The substitute teacher was an interim solution for the class that week.