Definition of jerry–rigged
: organized or constructed in a crude or improvised manner a jerry–rigged plan a jerry–rigged heating system
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Origin and Etymology of jerry–rigged
probably blend of jerry-built and jury-rigged
JERRY–RIGGED Defined for English Language Learners
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Definition of jerry–rigged for English Language Learners
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: made in a quick or careless way : not built or designed well
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