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spendthrift

Spendthrift (adj) means Improvident, profligate, or wasteful.

adj
1
Improvident, profligate, or wasteful.
2
Extravagant or lavish.
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Etymology

From spend + thrift (“(archaic) savings; profits; wealth”).

Frequently asked questions

What is the meaning of spendthrift?

"spendthrift" (adj) means improvident, profligate, or wasteful.

What are the different meanings of spendthrift?

"spendthrift" has 2 main meanings: 1. Improvident, profligate, or wasteful; 2. Extravagant or lavish.

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