Thrift
/θrɪft/
Meaning & Definition
noun
The quality of using money and other resources carefully and not wastefully.
Her thrift allowed her to save enough for a down payment on a house.
Economical management; frugality.
During the recession, many families practiced thrift to make ends meet.
A careful or frugal approach to spending or resource management.
Thrift is often seen as a virtue in many cultures.
Etymology
Middle English thrift, from Old Norse 'þrifr', meaning 'to thrive'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
thrift store
A retail outlet that sells second-hand goods at reduced prices.
thriftiness is next to godliness
Being frugal is a virtue comparable to cleanliness or morality.
Related Words
frugal
Sparing or economical as regards money or food.
economical
Giving good value or return in relation to the resources used.
saver
A person who saves money, especially in a bank.
Slang Meanings
Thrifting
I'm going thrifting this weekend to find vintage clothes.
Thrifted
I love this thrifted jacket; it was so cheap!