skimp

  1. Verb.  To slight; to do carelessly; to scamp.
  2. Verb.  To make insufficient allowance for; to scant; to scrimp.
  3. Verb.  To save; to be parsimonious or stingy.
  4. Adjective.  Scanty.
  5. Noun.  A skimpy or insubstantial thing, especially a piece of clothing.
  6. Noun.  (context, in plural) Underwear.

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