temp

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noun

ˈtemp 

1

: temperature sense 1a

2

: a temporary worker

temp

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verb

temped; temping; temps

intransitive verb

: to work as a temp

temp

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abbreviation

1

temporary

2

[Latin tempore] in the time of

Examples of temp in a Sentence

Noun

We had to hire a temp to fill in for her.

Recent Examples on the Web

Noun

For Sacramento, that means another afternoon with temps briefly in the low to mid-90s before a decent Delta breeze kicks in. — Sean MacAday, Sacbee.com, 24 June 2026

Basements tend to work well because concrete floors manage heat and moisture, the electrical panel is usually nearby and cooler ambient temps reduce heat-up time. — Allison Palmer, Charlotte Observer, 24 June 2026

There’s no better time to pretty up your porch than the dead of summer, and this planter, combined with the season’s ample sunshine, warm temps, and the shrub or flowers of your choosing. — Maggie Horton, PEOPLE, 24 June 2026

While not quite North Sea temps, the 60-something (Fahrenheit) weather was chilly for the second night of summer and a steady misting rain could have been confused for ocean spray. — Ben Church, CNN Money, 23 June 2026

Word History

First Known Use

Noun

1850, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Verb

1974, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for temp

• hemp
• kemp

Kids Definition

temp

noun

ˈtemp

: temperature

Medical Definition

temp

noun

ˈtemp 

: temperature

spike a temp