Synonyms: lag, meantime, meanwhile, interim
Definition: the time between one event, process, or period and another
Usage: meanwhile the socialists are running the government
Similar words: time interval, interval
Definition: a definite length of time marked off by two instants
Synonyms: interim
Definition: serving during an intermediate interval of time
Usage: an interim agreement
Similar words: impermanent, temporary
Definition: not permanent; not lasting
Usage: politics is an impermanent factor of life- James Thurber; impermanent palm cottages; a temperary arrangement; temporary housing