What does locum tenens mean?
Definitions for locum tenens
ˈloʊ kəm ˈti nɛnz, ˈtɛn ɪnz; təˈnɛn tizlocum tenens
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Princeton's WordNet
locum tenens, locumnoun
someone (physician or clergyman) who substitutes temporarily for another member of the same profession
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locum tenensnoun
A professional person (such as a doctor or clergyman) who temporarily fulfills the duties of another.
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locum tenens
Locum tenens is a Latin phrase that means "place holder" or "substitute for". In a professional context, it often refers to a person who temporarily fulfills the duties of another; for example, a physician, clergy person, or a judge. This term is often used in medicine to denote a health care professional who fills in for another who is absent for a certain period of time.
Webster Dictionary
Locum tenens
a substitute or deputy; one filling an office for a time
Etymology: [L., holding the place; locus place + tenens, p. pr. of tenere to hold. Cf. Lieutenant.]
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Numerology
Chaldean Numerology
The numerical value of locum tenens in Chaldean Numerology is: 5
Pythagorean Numerology
The numerical value of locum tenens in Pythagorean Numerology is: 6
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