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skimped

The correct spelling is skimped.

How to pronounce skimped

verb

IPA: /skɪmpt/

Say it like: Ski-mpe-d

The correct spelling is skimped. To mock, deride, scorn, scold, make fun of. For example: "I thought Adie was only skimpin' me."

Usage Examples

I thought Adie was only skimpin' me.

Meanings

verb

  1. 1.To mock, deride, scorn, scold, make fun of.
  2. 2.To slight; to do carelessly; to scamp.
  3. 3.To make insufficient allowance for; to scant; to scrimp.
  4. 4.To save; to be parsimonious or stingy.

adjective

  1. 1.Sparse; scanty.

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