Found 2 items, similar to Jerry-builder.
English → English (WordNet) Definition: jerry-builder jerry-builder n : someone who builds cheap buildings out of poor materials on speculation for a quick profit
English → English (gcide) Definition: Jerry-builder Jerry-builder \Jer"ry-build`er\, n. [Prob. fr. the proper name Jerry, familiar form of Jeremiah.] A professional builder who erects cheap dwellings of poor materials and unsubstantial and slovenly construction. [Webster 1913 Suppl.]