PENNY-WISE


Meaning of PENNY-WISE in English

Pronunciation: - ˌ w ī z

Function: adjective

Etymology: from the phrase penny-wise and pound-foolish

Date: 1607

: wise or prudent only in dealing with small sums or matters

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