Digital Duct Tape
Noun · Slang & Abbreviations
Definitions
A temporary technical fix that holds things together just well enough to keep moving, even if it is inelegant or fragile. It often describes adapters, scripts, and glue logic that outlive their intended lifespan.
In plain English: A rough technical workaround that keeps things working for now.
Example: "The billing sync still runs on digital duct tape and cron jobs."