Pinchgut (Noun)
Meaning
A niggardly person who starves himself (and others).
Classification
Nouns denoting people.
Examples
- The billionaire's reputation as a pinchgut was solidified when it was discovered he hadn't raised employee wages in over a decade.
- His pinchgut tendencies are apparent in the meager portions served at his charity events.
- The old miser's pinchgut reputation preceded him, as he had a habit of underpaying his workers and skimping on necessities.
- At first, we thought he was just frugal, but after seeing the way he pinched every penny, we realized he was a bonafide pinchgut.
- His pinchgut ways were notorious, causing many to speculate about the true reasons behind his reluctance to give generously to worthwhile causes.