cheapskate

English

noun
Definitions
  • Someone who stingily avoids spending money.
  • (by extension) Someone who does not give freely.

Etymology

Affix from English cheap (purchase, market, business) + English skate (contemptible person).

Origin

English

skate

Gloss

contemptible person

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