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frugal

IPA pronunciation: /ˈfruː.ɡəl/

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Russian meaning

Бережливый, экономный

English definition

Sparing or economical with regard to money or food; simple and plain.

Example

Frugal laboratory expenditure ensured funds lasted the entire academic term.

Collocations

frugal lifestyle
frugal habits
frugal living

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