Meaning of the word penny-pinching in English
What does penny-pinching mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
penny-pinching
US /ˈpen.iˌpɪn.tʃɪŋ/
UK /ˈpen.iˌpɪn.tʃɪŋ/
Adjective
unwilling to spend money; extremely frugal or stingy
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The company's penny-pinching policies have led to a decline in employee morale.
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I'm tired of your penny-pinching attitude whenever we go out to dinner.
Noun
the practice of being extremely frugal or stingy with money
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Through constant penny-pinching, they managed to save enough for a house.
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The government's penny-pinching on public services has been widely criticized.