ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Scrimpingly

Definition, Meaning & Examples

Part of speech adverb

Quick meaning: Scrimpingly is an adverb meaning (archaic) In a scrimping or miserly manner.

Meaning

(archaic) In a scrimping or miserly manner.

Example Sentences

Chivalry is essentially protective. It is rooted in the consciousness of superior strength. It is expansively generous and scrimpingly just. It will not assure to women a fair field and no favours, which is the salvation of all humanity; but it will protect them from the consequences of their own deeds, and that way lies perdition.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include scrimpily, scrimply, sparely, parsimoniously, skimpingly, niggardly.

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