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The definition of skimpy is not enough or something that is too small or not full enough.

(adjective)

An example of skimpy used as an adjective is "a skimpy dress," which is a dress that shows off too much skin.
An example of skimpy used as an adjective is "a skimpy meal," which is a meal that is too small.

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See skimpy in Webster's New World College Dictionary

adjective skimpier, skimpiest

Informal barely or not quite enough; somewhat less in size, fullness, etc. than is needed; scanty

Related Forms:

skimpily adverb
skimpiness noun

See skimpy in American Heritage Dictionary 4

adjective skimp·i·er, skimp·i·est

Inadequate, as in size or fullness, especially through economizing or stinting: a skimpy meal.
Unduly thrifty; niggardly.

Related Forms:

skimpˈi·ly adverb

skimpˈi·ness noun

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