adj
Meaning 1
Characteristic of hacks, or inferior writers.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
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hackish
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adj
Meaning 2
Using, or characterised by, hacks: poorly designed workarounds.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: informal
Topics: computing, engineering, mathematics, natural-sciences, physical-sciences, sciences
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adj
Meaning 3
Characteristic of hackers.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: informal
Topics: computing, engineering, mathematics, natural-sciences, physical-sciences, sciences
Examples
- hackish slang; a hackish sense of humor
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History
Etymology
From hack + -ish.