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chump change
What does chump change mean?
A sum so small that only a 'chump' would bother with it.
"That side gig pays chump change."
Origin
Mid-20th-century American Black slang.
Frequently asked questions
What does 'chump change' mean?
It means a trivial, almost insulting amount of money — a sum so small that only a 'chump' would bother with it.
Where does 'chump change' come from?
It's mid-20th-century American Black slang, built on 'chump' meaning a foolish or easily fooled person.
How do you use 'chump change' in a sentence?
Use it to dismiss a small amount as not worth it, e.g. 'That side gig pays chump change.'
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