Meaning of the word shoddy in English

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shoddy

US /ˈʃɑː.di/
UK /ˈʃɑː.di/
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Adjective

1.

badly made or done

Example:
The repairs to the car were so shoddy that it broke down again within a week.
I'm tired of buying shoddy products that fall apart after a few uses.
2.

dishonest or unethical

Example:
The company was accused of shoddy business practices.
His reputation was ruined by his shoddy behavior.
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