2. A secular possession; a temporality.

Tem`po*ra"ne*ous (?), a. [L. temporaneus happening at the right time,

fr. tempus, temporis, time.] Temporarity. [Obs.] Hallywell.

Tem"po*ra*ri*ly (?), adv. In a temporary manner; for a time.

Tem"po*ra*ri*ness, n. The quality or state of being temporary; —

opposed to perpetuity.

Tem"po*ra*ry (?), a. [L. temporarius, fr. tempus, temporis, time: cf.

F. temporaire.] Lasting for a time only; existing or continuing for a

limited time; not permanent; as, the patient has obtained temporary

relief.

Temporary government of the city.

Motley.

Temporary star. (Astron.) See under Star.

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