1. A position or function held for a limited period of time, not permanent
She accepted a temporary role as project coordinator for three months.
Ela aceitou um papel temporário como coordenadora de projetos por três meses.
2. A job assignment that is expected to end on a specific date or upon completion of a task
The temporary role will conclude once the merger is finalized.
O papel temporário terminará assim que a fusão for finalizada.