Knock together Meaning in English
expression
التعريف
To make or build something quickly and simply, often using available materials and without careful planning or quality.
الاستخدام والفروق الدقيقة
Informal phrase, often used when the result is temporary, rough, or not well-crafted. Common with 'furniture', 'shelves', 'lunch', etc. Similar to 'throw together' but more about physical building. Avoid in formal or professional contexts.
جمل نموذجية
We can knock together a table with these old boards.
basic
He knocked together some shelves for the garage.
basic
She knocked together a quick lunch with what was left in the fridge.
basic
We just knocked together a few decorations for the party last night.
natural
If you need somewhere to sit, I can knock together a bench in no time.
natural
They knocked together a rough plan before the meeting started.
natural