Also means
mess, shambles (informal)
Usage Note
Chantier is the standard word for any building or roadwork site. Informally, quel chantier! means 'what a mess!' describing a disorganized space. Chantier naval is a shipyard — a key compound worth knowing given French maritime history.
Examples
"Le chantier dure depuis six mois."
Natural Translation
The construction site has been going on for six months.

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