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
Baldanza was proud of the cheapo transformation, calling his airline the “dollar store of the sky.”
From Slate ● Oct. 15, 2024
It’s a fun, dark, sad, seedy story — an only-in-L.A. experience with cultural implications far beyond one cheapo fast-fashion brand.
From Los Angeles Times ● Nov. 1, 2023
Lee plays on a bit for cheapo opportunities, but is down four pawns and a piece after 37.
From Washington Times ● May 3, 2022
“Of course, that means that the ol’ cheapo won’t have to spend any money on your birthday.
From "The Great Santini" by Pat Conroy
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