thrift — the quality of using money and other resources carefully and not wastefully
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: the quality of using money and other resources carefully and not wastefully
Pronunciation (IPA): /θrɪft/
Korean meaning: 절약, 검소함
Korean pronunciation: **스리**프트
Example Sentences
- My grandmother's thrift was legendary - she could stretch a dollar like it was made of rubber.
- The company promoted a culture of thrift to survive the economic downturn.
- His thrift was so extreme that he washed and reused paper napkins.
thrift
NOUN//θrɪft//
the quality of using money and other resources carefully and not wastefully
a woman holds up a beautiful vintage coat while checking the price tag with a satisfied smile. She compares it to a notebook where she's written her budget and shopping list. Her shopping basket contains other carefully selected second-hand treasures that cost very little. Other shoppers around her browse through racks of affordable clothing and household items. A store clerk arranges donated books on shelves while customers discover quality items at low prices. the quality of using money and resources carefully and not wastefully
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🌳Etymology
Origin
From Old Norse 'þrift' meaning prosperity or success, related to the verb 'thrive'. The meaning evolved from general prosperity to specifically achieving prosperity through careful saving and frugality.
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📝Examples
“My grandmother's thrift was legendary - she could stretch a dollar like it was made of rubber.”
“The company promoted a culture of thrift to survive the economic downturn.”
“His thrift was so extreme that he washed and reused paper napkins.”
“Through thrift and hard work, she built a successful business from nothing.”
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