Meaning of the word stints in English

What does stints mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

stints

US /stɪnts/
UK /stɪnts/

Noun

a person's fixed or allotted period of work

Example:
He did a two-year stint in the army.
She had a brief stint as a waitress.

Verb

supply an ungenerous or inadequate amount of (something)

Example:
The company doesn't stint on employee benefits.
They did not stint on the quality of materials.