About The Word Jerry-builder
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Jerry-builder
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What's The Definition Of Jerry-builder?
[n] someone who builds cheap buildings out of poor materials on speculation for a quick profit
Synonyms | Synonyms for Jerry-builder: Related Terms | Find terms related to Jerry-builder: See Also | builder | constructor Jerry-builder In Webster's Dictionary \Jer"ry-build`er\, n. [Prob. fr. the proper name
Jerry, familiar form of Jeremiah.]
A professional builder who erects cheap dwellings of poor
materials and unsubstantial and slovenly construction.
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