Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
skrimp
verb
/skrɪmp/
Definition
To be stingy or frugal, often to an excessive degree.
Examples
- He decided to skrimp on groceries this month to save for a vacation.
- Rather than skrimping, she found ways to earn extra income.
Meaning
Skrimp refers to the act of tightening one’s budget or being overly cautious with spending money, avoiding unnecessary expenses.
Synonyms
- squeeze
- scrimp
- thrift
- economize
