Meaning of the word tightwad in English

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

tightwad

US /ˈtaɪt.wɑːd/
UK /ˈtaɪt.wɒd/

Noun

a person who is not willing to spend money:

Example:
There's no point in asking Joe to pay for it - he's a real tightwad.