penny pincher en · NOUN
Pronunciation
- (Australia) audio
Etymology
From pinchpenny.
Meanings
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(idiomatic) One who spends little money; one who is very frugal or cautious with money.
Over the years, he developed a reputation as a penny pincher who wouldn't spend money for anything.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| penny pinchers | Number=Plur | lexicographic | |
| penny-pincher | alternative | lexicographic |