Shacks Meaning in English
word · lemma: shack
Definition
Simple, small, and roughly built shelters or houses, usually made from cheap or found materials. Often used to describe temporary or poor-quality buildings.
Usage & Nuances
Plural of 'shack'. Often used for poor neighborhoods or makeshift structures. More informal; sometimes neutral, but can imply poverty or lack of resources. Common with 'tin', 'wooden', or 'beach' ('tin shacks'). Not to be confused with 'cabins', which are sturdier and more comfortable.
Example Sentences
Many people lived in small shacks near the river.
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The workers built shacks from wood and tin.
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There are many shacks along the beach.
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The storm destroyed most of the shacks in the area.
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Families made their own shacks with anything they could find.
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You’ll find food stalls in colorful shacks at the festival every year.
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