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单词 ramshackly
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Definition of ramshackly in English:

ramshackly

adjective ˈramˌʃakli
  • 1Especially of a building, structure, or vehicle: = "ramshackle".

  • 2Of a person, action, etc.: = "ramshackle".

Origin

Mid 19th century; earliest use found in Charles Reade (1814–1884), novelist and playwright. Either from ramshackle + -y, after rickety, shaky, or a blend of ramshackle and shackly.

 
 

Definition of ramshackly in US English:

ramshackly

adjectiveˈramˌʃakli
  • 1Especially of a building, structure, or vehicle: = "ramshackle".

  • 2Of a person, action, etc.: = "ramshackle".

Origin

Mid 19th century; earliest use found in Charles Reade (1814–1884), novelist and playwright. Either from ramshackle + -y, after rickety, shaky, or a blend of ramshackle and shackly.

 
 
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