Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
hoc
Adjective
/hɒk/
Definition
This is a Latin term meaning ‘this’ or ‘this thing’. It is often used in legal, academic, and philosophical contexts.
Examples
- We formed an ad hoc committee to address the immediate concerns.
- The solution was ad hoc, tailored to the unique circumstances of the project.
Meaning
The term is frequently employed in phrases like ‘ad hoc’, referring to something created or done for a specific purpose.
Synonyms
- situation-specific
- temporary
- provisional
