26984 words

skimp

2 definitions • 3 examples
1
to not spend enough time or money on something, or to not use enough of something in order to do a job or activity as it should be done:

Examples:

Many old people skimp on food and heating in order to meet their bills.
When choosing a hotel, do not skimp.
2
to use less of something than is necessary:

Examples:

The district skimps on staff training.

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