(Q11491258)

English

kludge

unconventional solution for a hardware or software problem

  • hack
  • mess
  • botch-up
  • quick-and-dirty solution
  • workaround
  • temporary fix
  • kluge
  • bodge
  • MacGyver
  • makeshift
  • jerry-built
  • quick fix
  • patch
  • jury rig
  • tips and tricks

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In this kludge, a plastic spoon is used to disable an electrical socket's safety shutters to allow insertion of an incompatible plug. (English)
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Temporary repair to a bridge that collapsed in an earthquake (English)
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Identifiers

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24 March 2011
Questionable or Creative Fixes
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07993767-n
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