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sparing Definition

spar·ing (sper)

adjective

  1. that spares
  2. careful in spending or using; frugal
  3. scanty or meager

sparing Related Forms
spar·ingly adverb spar·ing·ness noun
sparing Synonyms

sparing

modif.

  1. Niggardly

    close, tight, avaricious; see economical 1, stingy.

  2. Merciful

    compassionate, mild, tolerant; see humane 1, merciful 1. See syn. study at economical.

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  2. spark arrester
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