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make·shift
 makeshift
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- pronunciation:
- meIk
shIft
- parts of speech:
- noun, adjective
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noun |
| definition: |
something used for a short time or in place of the usual thing.
When the table broke, we used a box as a makeshift. |
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| part of speech: |
adjective |
| definition: |
made to meet a need; not meant to last.
They built a makeshift tent out of blankets.- synonyms:
- improvised
- similar words:
- contrived, temporary
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| related words: |
ad-lib |
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