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thriftless

Thriftless (adj) means Wastefully reckless in the use of money or resources.

adj
1
Wastefully reckless in the use of money or resources.
2
Not thriving.
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Etymology

From Middle English thrifteles, þriftles, equivalent to thrift + -less.

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What is the meaning of thriftless?

"thriftless" (adj) means wastefully reckless in the use of money or resources.

What are the different meanings of thriftless?

"thriftless" has 2 main meanings: 1. Wastefully reckless in the use of money or resources; 2. Not thriving.

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