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scanted

The correct spelling is scanted.

How to pronounce scanted

verb

Say it like: Sca-nte-d

The correct spelling is scanted. To limit in amount or share; to stint. For example: "to scant someone in provisions; to scant ourselves in the use of necessaries"

Usage Examples

to scant someone in provisions; to scant ourselves in the use of necessaries

The wind scants.

Meanings

verb

  1. 1.To limit in amount or share; to stint.
  2. 2.To fail, or become less; to scantle.

adjective

  1. 1.Diminished; restricted.

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