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ad rem

adverb or adjective \(ˌ)ad-ˈrem\

Definition of AD REM

:  to the point or purpose :  relevantly
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Origin of AD REM

Latin, to the thing
First Known Use: 1599

Rhymes with AD REM

ahem, AM, Arnhem, Belém, bluestem, brain stem, condemn, contemn, FM, GM, idem, in rem, item, main stem, mayhem, Menem, millieme, modem, poem, problem, pro tem, proem, Shechem

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  1. ad rem
  2. jus ad rem
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