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Meaning of ramshackle

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ramshackle

Pronunciation:/ˈɹæmˌʃæk.əl//ˈɹæmˌʃæk.əl/

verb

Definitions

  1. To ransack.

adjective

Definitions

  1. In disrepair or disorder; poorly maintained; lacking upkeep, usually of buildings or vehicles.

    Example: He entered the ramshackle bus, and was driven a long distance through very sandy streets to the hotel on the St. Lawrence.