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ramshackle

The correct spelling is ramshackle.

How to pronounce ramshackle

/ˈɹæmˌʃæk.əl/
verb

IPA: /ˈɹæmˌʃæk.əl/

Say it like: Ram-sha-kle

The correct spelling is ramshackle. To ransack. For example: "He entered the ramshackle bus, and was driven a long distance through very sandy streets to the hotel on the St. Lawrence."

Usage Examples

He entered the ramshackle bus, and was driven a long distance through very sandy streets to the hotel on the St. Lawrence.

Meanings

verb

  1. 1.To ransack.

adjective

  1. 1.In disrepair or disorder; poorly maintained; lacking upkeep, usually of buildings or vehicles.

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