In-situ (Adjective)
Meaning
Being in the original position; not having been moved; "the archeologists could date the vase because it was in situ"; "an in-situ investigator".
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Examples
- The team of scientists were able to study the fossils in their natural habitat because they were left in situ.
- The historian carefully transcribed the text from the ancient scroll while it remained in situ on the original parchment.
- The company used in-situ sensors to monitor the water quality in the lake without disrupting the ecosystem.
- By analyzing the stars in situ, the astronomers were able to map the exact trajectory of the comet.
- The conservators decided to preserve the artwork in situ on the church wall, rather than risking damage by moving it to a museum.