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tightwad

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1. tightwad - Noun

2. Tightwad - Proper noun

Meaning

tightwad (plural tightwads)

(colloquial, derogatory) One who is stingy; someone overly cautious or defensive with money.

That tightwad would drive ten miles to save a few cents on gas.

Tightwad

A village in Missouri.

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A shrewd businessduck and noted tightwad, he is fond of diving into and swimming in his money, without injury. Source: Internet

Milburn is the Commerce Bank's tightwad president and the friendly bumpkins' confidant. Source: Internet

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