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Definition ad hoc in American English

ad hoc adjective

adjective
/ˌæd ˈhɑk/
1

done only when needed for a specific purpose, without planning or preparation

Example

She has a very ad hoc approach to management.

Example

Members of the committee are elected on an ad hoc basis.

Synonyms and related words
randomarbitraryspontaneous
Definition ad hoc in American English