Associations to the word «Skimp»

Wiktionary

SKIMP, verb. To slight; to do carelessly; to scamp.
SKIMP, verb. To make insufficient allowance for; to scant; to scrimp.
SKIMP, verb. To save; to be parsimonious or stingy.
SKIMP, adjective. (dated) (UK) (dialect or US) (colloquial) Scanty.
SKIMP, noun. A skimpy or insubstantial thing, especially a piece of clothing.
SKIMP, noun. (in the plural) (colloquial) Underwear.
SKIMP AND SAVE, verb. (idiomatic) Alternative form of scrimp and save

Dictionary definition

SKIMP, verb. Work hastily or carelessly; deal with inadequately and superficially.
SKIMP, verb. Limit in quality or quantity.
SKIMP, verb. Subsist on a meager allowance; "scratch and scrimp".
SKIMP, verb. Supply sparingly and with restricted quantities; "sting with the allowance".

Wise words

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