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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

Example Sentences

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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

A further two doctors, Dr Hussein and Dr Khan - who wanted only their surnames used - worked at Lliswerry Medical Centre in Newport, and said they were owed £20,000 each for locum work.

From BBC • Nov. 29, 2024

"While some locum payments have regrettably been delayed, the vast majority have been settled, and the partners are confident that no outstanding payments will remain unpaid."

From BBC • Nov. 29, 2024

Quo nemo ascendat, cui non vertigo cerebrum Corripiat, certe hunc seligit illa locum.

From Essays by Benson, Arthur Christopher

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