Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

jury-rigged

Adjective

/ˈdʒʊəri ˌrɪɡd/

Definition

To make a temporary or makeshift repair or solution using available materials.

Examples

The boat was jury-rigged with duct tape and wood after the storm damaged it.
He jury-rigged a shelf using leftover pieces of wood from his last project.
Due to the lack of funds, the team jury-rigged a solution to keep the event running smoothly.

Meaning

The term ‘jury-rigged’ refers to something that has been constructed or repaired in a crude, improvised manner, often due to a lack of proper tools or materials.