in situ

adverb
UK: /ɪn ˈsɪtjuː/
US: /ɪn ˈsɪtʃuː/

  1. In the original place or position.

    1. The archaeologist left the pottery shards in situ.
    2. The tumor was detected in situ, before it spread to other organs.

  2. Referring to something that exists in its natural or original state, without being moved or changed.

    1. The company plans to repair the pipe in situ.
    2. Scientists studied the rock formations in situ to understand their formation process.

Synonyms

undisturbed
in situ adjective

  1. Existing in its original place; not having been disturbed or moved.

    1. The painting was an in situ mural.
    2. The in situ conservation of the ancient mosaic was a complex undertaking.

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "in situ" in English means: In the original place or position., Referring to something that exists in its natural or original state, without being moved or changed..

The phonetic transcription of "in situ" is /ɪn ˈsɪtjuː/ in British English and /ɪn ˈsɪtʃuː/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "in situ": undisturbed.

Example usage of "in situ": "The archaeologist left the pottery shards in situ.". More examples on the page.