scratch-built

English

Etymology

As from scratch.

Adjective

scratch-built (not comparable)

Of a building: built ad hoc, with whatever materials are to hand, and often just from ground level.
Of a structure, e.g. a car, model or toy: built with minimal cost and at short notice, with rudimentary materials.

See also

jerry-built

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