noun
hurried repair
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noun : an expedient but temporary solution to a problem
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Informal.
an expedient, temporary solution, esp. one that merely postpones having to cope with an overall problem.
[1965-70]
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something that can be done quickly in order to solve a problem or repair something that is broken though it may not last long
Thesaurus: ways of solving problemssynonym
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quick fix,
Informal. a hasty, superficial remedy or solution to a problem: »
... on his way to Washington, bringing along a bag of media gimmicks and public-relations quick fixes (New York Times).
Useful english dictionary. 2012.