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Meaning of jackleg fence

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

jackleg

noun

Definitions

  1. A type of drill operated by means of compressed air.

  2. An amateur; an untrained or incompetent person.

  3. A shyster or con artist; a gambler who cheats; a generally dishonest or reprehensible person.

adjective

Definitions

  1. Amateur, untrained; incompetent.

  2. Dishonest, unscrupulous.

  3. Ineptly built or operated; makeshift.