stretchflation en · NOUN
Etymology
Blend of stretch + inflation.
Meanings
- (countable, neologism, uncountable) A less obvious form of inflation in which a product's size or quantity is increased, but the price also rises disproportionately, making the product worse value for consumers.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| stretchflations | Number=Plur | lexicographic |