TIGHT-FISTED


Meaning of TIGHT-FISTED in English

If you describe someone as tight-fisted , you disapprove of them because they are unwilling to spend money.

He had the reputation of being one of the most tight-fisted and demanding of employers.

= mean, stingy

≠ generous

ADJ [ disapproval ]

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