shoddyconstruction
nounUK /ˈʃɒdi kənˈstrʌkʃən/
US /ˈʃɑːdi kənˈstrʌkʃən/
Something built in a quick, careless way that is not strong or safe.
The treehouse fell down because of its shoddy construction.
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OTHER MEANINGS
2. A building or structure made with low-quality materials.
The old shed was a piece of shoddy construction that leaked in the rain.
3. The act of putting something together without care or proper skill.
The shoddy construction of the bookshelf made it wobble.
4. A general term for work that is done badly and needs to be redone.
The inspector called the new wall an example of shoddy construction.