jerry building
/ˈdʒɛri ˌbɪldɪŋ/
noun
- The practice or process of constructing buildings cheaply and poorly, using low-quality materials and methods.
- Many residents complained about the jerry-building in their area, with roofs leaking and walls crumbling.
- Jerry-building became common during the housing boom when demand outpaced quality control.
- The inspector warned that jerry-building would lead to serious safety hazards in the new development.
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