stopgapprogram
nounUK /ˈstɒpɡæp ˌprəʊɡræm/
US /ˈstɑːpɡæp ˌproʊɡræm/
A stopgap program is a quick, temporary plan used to fix a problem until something better is ready.
The city started a stopgap program to give people free bus rides while the new train line was being built.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. A short-term government funding measure that keeps services running until a full budget is passed.
Lawmakers passed a stopgap program to avoid a shutdown while budget talks continued.
3. A temporary software or business solution used only until a permanent system is installed.
The company used a stopgap program to track orders until the new database went live.
4. An emergency relief effort meant to last only a short time.
The shelter opened a stopgap program to house families during the storm.