TRANSITIONAL
transitional
(adjective) of or relating to or characterized by transition; “adolescence is a transitional stage between childhood and adulthood”
Source: WordNet® 3.1
Etymology
Adjective
transitional (not comparable)
of, or relating to a transition
temporary; pending the implementation of something new
Synonyms
• (temporary): provisional, provisory
Source: Wiktionary
Tran*si"tion*al, a.
Definition: Of or pertaining to transition; involving or denoting
transition; as, transitional changes; transitional stage.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition