Meaning Of The Word Makeshift

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makeshift
Makeshift things are temporary and usually of poor quality, but they are used because there is nothing better available.

makeshift in American English
a thing that will do for a while as a substitute; temporary expedient
that will do for a while as a substitute
adjective: serving as, or of the nature of, a makeshift
noun: a temporary expedient or substitute

makeshift in British English
adjective: serving as a temporary or expedient means, esp during an emergency
noun: something serving in this capacity

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