Ramshackle (adjective)

  1. In poor condition as a result of age and neglect.
  2. Appearing haphazardly constructed and likely to collapse.

Origin:

Mid 18th century: from rams (as in rams" horns) + shackle "frame, shack".

Examples:

  1. The old house was ramshackle and in need of repairs.
  2. The car was a ramshackle old vehicle that barely ran.
  3. The ramshackle building was scheduled to be demolished.
  4. The town was filled with ramshackle buildings and rundown houses.
  5. The ramshackle fence was held together with wire and duct tape.
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