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Scrimp Definition & Meaning

scrimp
verb
  1. subsist on a meager allowance; "scratch and scrimp"

"Scrimp" in song lyrics

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  • "spagetti w scrimp"
    AOL — AOL

Usage tips for "scrimp"

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Frequently asked questions

What does scrimp mean?
subsist on a meager allowance; "scratch and scrimp"
What part of speech is scrimp?
Scrimp is a verb.

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