penny pincher

See also: penny-pincher

English

Alternative forms

penny-pincher

Etymology

From pinchpenny

Pronunciation

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Noun

penny pincher (plural penny pinchers)

(idiomatic) One who spends little money; one who is very frugal or cautious with money.
Over the years, he developed a reputation as a penny pincher who wouldn't spend money for anything.

Usage notes

This term has a mildly negative connotation.

Synonyms

See also Thesaurus:miser

Translations

miser — see miser

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