ɪˈɹɛɡjəlɚ tɛmp ˈtɛmpəɹəɹi ˈtɛmpəˌɹɛɹi ˈtɛmpəɹəɹi ˈtɛmpəˌɹɛɹi lacking continuity or regularity an irregular worker employed on a temporary basis not permanent; not lasting politics is an impermanent factor of life impermanent palm cottages a temporary arrangement temporary housing a worker (especially in an office) hired on a temporary basis