- makeshift⇄adj. 1. used for a time instead of the right thing.
Ex. drowsing in the scant shade of makeshift awnings (Mark Twain).
2. characterized by makeshifts.
Ex. makeshift endeavors. - makeshift⇄makeshift, noun, adjective.
- makeshift⇄noun something made to use for a time instead of the right thing; temporary substitute.
Ex. When the electric lights went out, we used candles as a makeshift. Spools and buttons were the child's makeshifts for toys.