Meaning of the word "scrimp and save" in English

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scrimp and save

US /skrɪmp ænd seɪv/
UK /skrɪmp ænd seɪv/
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Idiom

to live very economically, often by denying oneself luxuries or even necessities, in order to save money

Example:
They had to scrimp and save for years to afford their dream home.
Even though they were wealthy, they still chose to scrimp and save.