Meaning of penny-wise in English

1. Pronunciation

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1. Classifying Adjective

   penny-wise

   Definitions

   1. thrifty in small matters only

   Synonyms

   • thrifty

Browse dictionary

• penny-pinching
• penny-pinch
• penny
• Pennsylvania Dutch
• penny-wise
• pennycress
• pennyroyal
• pennyroyal oil
• pennyweight