Meaning & Definition of word "Shack"

noun:

• 1. A crude shelter or small, simple building, often made of wood or metal.
  • Example: The old shack by the lake was falling apart but held many childhood memories.
• 2. A small, often temporary structure used for a specific purpose, such as storage or living quarters.
  • Example: We stayed in a rustic shack during our camping trip in the woods.
• 3. A place of business that is often small and informal.
  • Example: The food shack by the beach served the best fish tacos around.

verb:

• 1. To confine or shackle someone or something.
  • Example: They decided to shack the dogs outside to keep them from running off.