jerrybuild

/ˈdʒɛriˌbɪld/

Definitions

1. verb

to build or develop a house or other building quickly, often using substandard materials or methods.

“The developer was accused of jerrybuilding the new complex to save costs.”

2. noun

the act of building or developing a house or other building quickly, often using substandard materials or methods.

“The government is cracking down on jerrybuilding in the construction industry.”

Synonyms

  • shoddy build
  • substandard construction

Antonyms

  • high-quality construction
  • sustainable building