Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
on-a-shoestring
idiom
/ɒn ə ˈʃuːstrɪŋ/
Definition
To do something with very little money or resources.
Examples
- They traveled around Europe on a shoestring, relying on budget hostels and cheap meals.
- Starting a business on a shoestring can be challenging, but it encourages creativity and innovation.
- The film was made on a shoestring budget, yet it became a huge success.
Meaning
This phrase often describes a situation where activities are carried out with minimal financial expenditure, emphasizing frugality and resourcefulness.
Synonyms
- on a budget
- cheaply
- frugally
