Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

kludge

noun

klooj

Definition

A clumsy or inelegant solution to a problem, often created quickly and with minimal resources.

Examples

After trying to fix the old printer with duct tape and paperclips, I realized it was just a kludge that would never work properly.
The software update was a kludge, addressing problems without actually fixing the underlying issues.
Engineers often encounter kludges in legacy systems where quick fixes were implemented over many years.

Meaning

In computing and engineering, a kludge refers to a system or unorthodox device that is constructed from various mismatched parts or processes, usually as a temporary fix rather than a long-term solution.