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/
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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🎤Pronunciation
🌳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.
Breakdown
þrift (Old Norse root meaning 'prosperity, success') - no prefix or suffix, simple root word that shifted meaning over time
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🔗Collocations
📝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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