skimp
[ skimp ]
/ skɪmp /
verb (used without object)
to scrimp.
verb (used with object)
to scrimp.
to scamp.
adjective
skimpy; scanty.
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Origin of skimp
First recorded in 1875–80; origin uncertain
OTHER WORDS FROM skimp
skimp·ing·ly, adverbWords nearby skimp
skimmerton, skimmia, skimming, skimmings, skimobile, skimp, skimpy, skin, skin alive, skin and bones, skin care
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British Dictionary definitions for skimp
skimp
/ (skɪmp) /
verb
to be extremely sparing or supply (someone) sparingly; stint
to perform (work, etc) carelessly, hastily, or with inadequate materials
Word Origin for skimp
C17: perhaps a combination of scant and scrimp
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