locum tenens
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
Nearly nonverbal, Scrat wouldn’t even require a locum tenens; of all the movie’s sins, his omission is unforgivable.
From New York Times ● Jan. 28, 2022
Though still a church term, locum tenens is also used for temporary health-care jobs.
From Time Magazine Archive
In the Middle Ages, the term locum tenens, Latin for "holding the place," was used to describe substitute priests.
From Time Magazine Archive
John Huneke, 69, who last year sold the ophthalmology practice he ran for 33 years in Ada, Okla., has done several locum tenens stints through CompHealth.
From Time Magazine Archive
He could not rule in person, however, and so he conveniently appointed his infant son, George, to the office, at the same time nominating Lord Grey as his locum tenens.
From The Viceroys of Ireland by Charles O'Mahony
