skimp
pronunciation
How to pronounce skimp in British English:
UK [skɪmp]
How to pronounce skimp in American English:
US [skɪmp]
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- Verb:
- work hastily or carelessly; deal with inadequately and superficially
- limit in quality or quantity
- subsist on a meager allowance
- supply sparingly and with restricted quantities
Word Origin
- skimp (v.)
- 1879, probably a back-formation of skimpy. Related: Skimped; skimping.
Example
- 1. This is a health investment , so don 't skimp on this important piece of furniture !
- 2. Don 't skimp on exercise or sleep .
- 3. Because it 's not something you can skimp on quality .
- 4. Don 't skimp on testing just because your pond is developing naturally .
- 5. While it 's a fine idea to bargain-hunt , there are a few crucial items you shouldn 't skimp on .