Bricole is a French term meaning improvisation or makeshift. Other words that could be used as synonyms for bricole include ad hoc, hack, jerry-rig, jury-rig, rig, roadside, makeshift, stopgap, impromptu, and slapdash. These words denote the idea of something that has been put together in a hasty or temporary manner to serve a particular purpose. They can also describe a solution that is resourceful, ingenuous, or creative, but is not necessarily the most elegant or well-planned. Whether it is a temporary measure or a clever fix, these words are often associated with a sense of improvisation and spontaneity.