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tightwad Definition

☆ tight·wad (tīt′wäd′)

noun

Slang a stingy person; miser

Etymology: tight + wad

tightwad Synonyms

tightwad

n.

muckworm, niggard, scrimp; see miser 1.

Browse dictionary entries near tightwad

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  4. ‹ tightfitting
  5. ‹ tightfisted
  6. ‹ tighten
  7. ‹ -tight
  8. ‹ tight ship
  9. ‹ tight-lipped
  10. ‹ tight end
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