jerry-built

adjective

\ ˈjer-ē-ˌbilt

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Definition of jerry-built

1 : built cheaply and unsubstantially

2 : carelessly or hastily put together

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The first known use of jerry-built was in 1844

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jerry-built

adjective

English Language Learners Definition of jerry-built

informal + disapproving : built cheaply and quickly : not well-built

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