First Known Use: 1775
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1skimp
adjective \ˈskimp\
Definition of SKIMP
: skimpy
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Origin of SKIMP
perhaps alteration of scrimp
Related to SKIMP
2skimp
verb
: to spend less time, money, etc., on something than is needed
Full Definition of SKIMP
transitive verb : to give insufficient or barely sufficient attention or effort to or funds for
intransitive verb
: to save by or as if by skimping
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First Known Use of SKIMP
circa 1879
SKIMPING Defined for Kids
skimp
verb \ˈskimp\
skimpedskimp·ing
Definition of SKIMP for Kids
: to give too little or just enough attention or effort to or money for
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