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locum

NOUN

substitute

Synonyms

STRONGEST

backup replacement stand-in surrogate

STRONG

agent alternate assistant auxiliary changeling delegate deputy double dummy equivalent expediency expedient fill in ghost makeshift procurator proxy recourse refuge relay relief representative reserve resort resource standby stopgap sub succedaneum successor supplanter supply symbol temp temporary understudy vicar

WEAK

dernier ressort ghost writer locum tenens pinch-hitter temporary expedient

Antonyms

STRONG

being entity permanent

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In the end her diagnosis only came after seeing a locum at her GP surgery who sent her for additional tests.

From BBC • Feb. 3, 2026

Unlike permanent employees, locum staff operate in a freelance capacity and usually provide short-term cover.

From BBC • Sep. 19, 2025

Despite doctor shortages in her region, she felt she had to leave a role with sick pay and maternity benefits, and opt for locum work because it provided greater flexibility.

From BBC • Sep. 7, 2025

Dr Joseph explained large bills and financial uncertainty for surgeries mean many practices cannot afford a locum to provide cover.

From BBC • Mar. 30, 2025

Similiter de tenentibus dimidiam virgatam et codsetlestoftes: semper tenentes locum focarii colligent firmam et erunt liberi de pannagio et de aliis tallagiis et alteri tenentes partes erunt geldabiles.'

From Villainage in England Essays in English Mediaeval History by Vinogradoff, Paul

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