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Stinchy

Description:

Stinchy is an adjective that refers to something or someone who is unwilling to spend money or who is excessively frugal. It is often used to describe individuals who are overly cautious with their finances or who refuse to spend money on even the smallest luxuries.

Senses and Usages:

1. Stingy or Miserly:

When used to describe a person, stinchy implies that they are extremely tight-fisted and reluctant to part with their money.

Example: My uncle is so stinchy that he never tips the waitstaff at restaurants.

2. Frugal or Thrifty:

Stinchy can also convey the behavior of someone who is careful with their spending and avoids wasting money unnecessarily.

Example: Despite having a great job, Kelly continues to live a stinchy lifestyle, opting to cook at home rather than dining out.

3. Poor Quality:

In a less common usage, stinchy can describe something of poor quality or cheaply made.

Example: The stinchy materials used in the construction of the house led to multiple issues within the first year.

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