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ad hoc

ad hoc

 
pronunciation:
aed hak
features:
Word Combinations (adjective)
part of speech: adjective & adverb
definition 1: for this particular case, occasion, or purpose only; with respect only to this.
Ad hoc legislation was passed in order to combat the problem.The issue will be taken up by an ad hoc committee.We will deal with this question ad hoc.
definition 2: formed from what is available; improvised.
The hikers huddled together in their ad hoc shelter.
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