Economize Definition & Meaning

economize
verb
  1. use cautiously and frugally; "I try to economize my spare time"; "conserve your energy for the ascent to the summit"
  2. spend sparingly, avoid the waste of; "This move will save money"; "The less fortunate will have to economize now"

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