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austerity
noun aus·ter·i·ty \ȯ-ˈster-ə-tē, -ˈste-rə- also -ˈstir-ə-\
: a simple and plain quality : an austere quality
: a situation in which there is not much money and it is spent only on things that are necessary
austerities : things that are done to live in a simple and plain way
plural aus·ter·i·ties
Full Definition of AUSTERITY
1
: the quality or state of being austere
2
a : an austere act, manner, or attitude b : an ascetic practice
3
: enforced or extreme economy
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First Known Use of AUSTERITY
14th century
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noun aus·ter·i·ty \ȯ-ˈster-ə-tē\
Definition of AUSTERITY for Kids
: lack of all luxury
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