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Jerry-builder

Description:

A jerry-builder refers to a person who constructs or builds something, usually a building, in a cheap, unsafe, and shoddy manner. This term is typically used in a negative context to describe someone who cuts corners and disregards proper construction standards.

Examples:

Noun - Construction:

Due to the jerry-builder's negligence, the newly constructed apartment building collapsed within weeks.

Sense 1 - Figurative:

The author's jerry-built attempt at storytelling left the plot full of inconsistencies and plot holes.

Sense 2 - Historical:

In the early 20th century, jerry-builders were often involved in hastily constructing poorly made houses to meet the housing demand in urban areas.

Adjective:

The jerry-built wooden shed couldn't withstand the heavy rain and collapsed during the storm.

Verb - Figurative:

She jerry-built her way through the presentation by barely touching upon the important details.

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