Word: stopgap
Part of speech: Noun
Syllables: stop
gap
Definition: A temporary measure or short-term fix used until something better can be obtained; that which serves as an expedient in an emergency; a band-aid solution.
Morphemes:
Affix: stop
Language: en
PoS: Verb
Meaning: To stay; to spend a short time; to reside or tarry temporarily.
Affix: gap
Language: en
PoS: Noun
Meaning: A hiatus, a pause in something which is otherwise continuous.