thrift

Meanings

• noun

  The quality of not wasting resources; prudence in the use of resources.

  - "Living on a small income requires a great deal of thrift."
  - "The company's thrift helped it weather the economic downturn."

• noun

  A second-hand shop or market.

  - "I found a beautiful antique vase at the thrift store."
  - "The thrift shop was full of interesting treasures."

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Pronunciation

1. /θɹɪft/
   
   
   
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Antonyms

spendthrift

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Synonyms

frugality

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with thrift
grief , relief , chieftain , rief

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Variants

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thrift , thrift institution , thrifts , thrifted , thrifting , thrift shop , thrift shops

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Etymology

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Old English thrif, meaning 'strength, force, prosperity'. Later developed the meaning of 'thriftiness' and 'economy'.

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Trivia

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1. The word 'thrift' comes from the Old English word 'thrif', which means 'strength, force, or prosperity'.

2. Thrift stores are also known as 'charity shops' in some parts of the world.

3. The term 'thriftiness' was first used in the English language in the late 15th century.

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Related Concepts

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1. frugality: A related concept to thrift, frugality refers to the practice of living simply and not wasting resources. While thrift often implies saving money, frugality can apply to any resource, including time, energy, and materials.

2. economy: Another related concept, economy refers to the production, distribution, and consumption of goods and services. Thrift can be seen as an individual's contribution to the larger economic system.

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Culture

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Thrift has been a valued virtue throughout history, particularly during times of economic hardship. It has been celebrated in literature, such as in the works of Charles Dickens and Mark Twain, and in music, such as in the folk song 'The Thrift Song'. Thrift stores have become popular destinations for those seeking unique finds and for those looking to reduce, reuse, and recycle.

How to Memorize "thrift"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a piggy bank to remember the meaning of thrift.
   - Imagine saving coins in a jar to help remember the definition.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'thrift' with the word 'economy' to help remember its meaning.
   - Think of the word 'prudence' when you hear the word 'thrift'.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'Thrift is saving money' to help remember the definition.
   - Create a sentence using the word 'thrift' to help remember its meaning.

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