Meaning of economize in English

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  1. Pronunciation
  2. Verb
    1. Definitions

  1. Pronunciation

    /əˈkɑnəˌmaɪz/

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  1. Verb

    economize

    Definitions

    1. use cautiously and frugally

    Examples

    • « I try to economize my spare time »
    • « conserve your energy for the ascent to the summit »

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  2. 2. spend sparingly, avoid the waste of

    Examples

    • « This move will save money »
    • « The less fortunate will have to economize now »

    Derived terms

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