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What Does Scrimp Mean and How Is It Used?

Scrimp is a slang term that originated in the UK and is used to describe something that is of poor quality or made with cheap materials. It can also be used to describe someone who is being frugal or stingy, especially when it comes to spending money.

For example, if someone buys a cheap pair of shoes that fall apart after a few wearings, you might say "Those shoes are scrimp." If someone is refusing to spend any money on a particular activity or item, you might say "He's being really scrimp about the budget for this project."

Scrimp is often used in a derogatory way to imply that something is inferior or of poor quality. It can also be used to describe someone who is being overly frugal or stingy, as if they are sacrificing quality or functionality in order to save money.

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