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Meaning of stop-gap

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

stop-gap

Pronunciation:/ˈstɒpˌɡæp/

noun

Definitions

  1. A temporary measure or short-term fix used until something better can be obtained.

    Example: The small company uses their new product features as a stop-gap until they can develop a new product.

adjective

Definitions

  1. Temporary; short-term.

    Example: They put a stop-gap solution in place, but need something more permanent.