PINCHPENNY

Etymology

Noun

pinchpenny (plural pinchpennies)

One who spends little money; one who is very frugal or cautious with money.

Usage notes

• This term has a mildly negative connotation.

Synonyms

• See also miser

Source: Wiktionary


Pinch"pen`ny, n.

Definition: A miserly person.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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