RAMSHACKLE


Meaning of RAMSHACKLE in English

1.

A ~ building is badly made or in bad condition, and looks as if it is likely to fall down.

They entered the shop, which was a curious ~ building.

ADJ: usu ADJ n

2.

A ~ system, union, or collection of things has been put together without much thought and is not likely to work very well.

They joined with a ~ alliance of other rebels.

ADJ: usu ADJ n

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