ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Shoestringer

Pronunciation varies by accent · noun

Meaning

(informal) A person who has a very tight budget..

Definitions by Sense

  1. (informal) A person who has a very tight budget.
  2. (informal) A business, film, etc. operating or produced on a very tight budget.

Example Sentences

Shoestringers are more likely to go camping than to pay for hotel rooms.

Word Forms

When Should You Use Shoestringer?

Use shoestringer when its meaning, tone and grammar fit the full sentence. A synonym is not always a direct replacement.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does shoestringer mean?

Shoestringer means (informal) A person who has a very tight budget..

What is a synonym for shoestringer?

The closest synonym depends on the sentence and intended sense.

What is the opposite of shoestringer?

The opposite depends on the specific sense.

How do you use shoestringer in a sentence?

Shoestringers are more likely to go camping than to pay for hotel rooms.

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