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locum tenens

The correct spelling is locum tenens.

How to pronounce locum tenens

noun

IPA: /ˌləʊkəm ˈtɛnɛns/

Say it like: Loc-um -ten-ens

The correct spelling is locum tenens. A professional person (such as a doctor or clergyman) who temporarily fulfills the duties of another.

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noun

  1. 1.A professional person (such as a doctor or clergyman) who temporarily fulfills the duties of another.

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