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locum

noun
lo·​cum | \ ˈlō-kəm How to pronounce locum (audio) \

Definition of locum

chiefly British
: locum tenens

Examples of locum in a Sentence

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 Currently, the only way to find a physician for these additional turns is through a locum agency. — Michael C. Dealoia, cleveland.com, "Braintree starts in Ohio hinterland and medical scheduling company aspiring for Hyr level: Tech Czar Talk," 11 June 2017 The company seeks to solve the locum tenans inefficiencies in medical staffing. — Michael C. Dealoia, cleveland.com, "Braintree starts in Ohio hinterland and medical scheduling company aspiring for Hyr level: Tech Czar Talk," 11 June 2017

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First Known Use of locum

1885, in the meaning defined above

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locum

noun
How to pronounce locum (audio)

English Language Learners Definition of locum

chiefly British : someone (such as a priest or doctor) who does the work of another person who is away for a short time

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locum

noun
lo·​cum | \ ˈlō-kəm How to pronounce locum (audio) \

Medical Definition of locum

chiefly British
: locum tenens

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