GRE Word List

MAKESHIFT

a usually crude and temporary expedient : substitute

The meaning of the word makeshift is a usually crude and temporary expedient : substitute.

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canvassto go through (a district) or go to (persons) in order to solicit orders or political support or to determine opinions or sentiments