cheapo
Americanadjective
adjective
Etymology
Origin of cheapo
Example Sentences
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Every year millions of dodgy apps and cheapo internet-connected devices ship with an unadvertised back door called residential proxy software.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Apr. 5, 2026
Lee plays on a bit for cheapo opportunities, but is down four pawns and a piece after 37.
From Washington Times ● May 3, 2022
These series, unlike the sweeps specials and cheapo docudramas of old, are generally well polished.
From New York Times ● Apr. 12, 2022
And that will hold true even if you’re already using a cheapo set of serrated steak knives, let alone if you’re hacking away with the dull table knives that came with your silverware.
From Slate ● Mar. 1, 2019
Running a boat at night is tricky because you can’t see very far or very clearly, and a cheapo flashlight doesn’t help much.
From "Flush" by Carl Hiaasen
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