Crude shacks are small, often makeshift dwellings that are usually constructed from materials such as wood, metal, or plastic. HUTS (4 letters) are a type of crude shack that is typically made of natural materials such as mud, straw, and sticks. HOVELS (6 letters) are another type of crude shack, but they are usually more rudimentary and constructed from whatever materials are available. Both HUTS and HOVELS are often used as temporary shelters by people who are homeless or living in poverty.