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Definition of Thrifty
Thrifty
Given to, or evincing, thrift; characterized by economy and good menegement of property; sparing; frugal.

Thriving by industry and frugality; prosperous in the acquisition of worldly goods; increasing in wealth; as, a thrifty farmer or mechanic.

Growing rapidly or vigorously; thriving; as, a thrifty plant or colt.

Secured by thrift; well husbanded.

Well appearing; looking or being in good condition; becoming.


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Thrifty Quotations
It is thrifty to prepare today for the wants of tomorrow.
Aesop

When you have a clearly open homosexual scout leader, the scouts are going to talk about it. And they're not there to learn about that. They're there to learn about what it means to be loyal and trustworthy and thrifty.
Rick Perry

The timid man calls himself cautious, the sordid man thrifty.
Publilius Syrus

Be thrifty, but not covetous.
George Herbert

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Thrifty Translations
thrifty in Dutch is spaarzaam
thrifty in German is sparsam
thrifty in Latin is parcus






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