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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

scrimp

/skrɪmp/ verb · British & US
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What does scrimp mean?

verb

To spend or use as little money or resources as possible; to cut back on something. To cut or trim something, especially to make it smaller or more compact.

Example

"She had to scrimp on her budget to afford the new apartment."

Definition generated by AI and curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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