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sparing Definition

spar·ing (sper′iŋ)

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.

Browse dictionary entries near sparing

  1. ‹ sparge
  2. ‹ spareribs
  3. ‹ spare tire
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  5. ‹ sparable
  6. ‹ spar varnish
  7. ‹ spar deck
  8. ‹ spar buoy
  9. ‹ spar
  10. ‹ spanworm
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