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Stopgap Definition & Meaning

stopgap
noun
  1. something contrived to meet an urgent need or emergency

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Frequently asked questions

What does stopgap mean?
something contrived to meet an urgent need or emergency
What part of speech is stopgap?
Stopgap is a noun.

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