in loco

[ in loh-koh ]

adverb

, Latin.

1. in place; in the proper place.

Word History and Origins

Origin of in loco¹

First recorded in 1700–10

Example Sentences

He was also asked about his understanding of the term "in loco parentis", namely having responsibilities for children in the absence of their parents or guardians.

From BBC

Guardianship letters convey authority and the right to make decisions concerning the child or children “in loco parentis,” which is Latin for “in place of the parents.”

From Encyclopedia.com

So, parents, too, would be pupils of the state government acting in loco parentis.

From Washington Post

“She’s a judge, and she’d just start babbling about in loco parentis like Mr. Poe.”

From Literature

“She can get married if she has the permission of her legal guardian, acting in loco parentis,” Klaus said.

From Literature