superl secured by thrift; well husbanded.
2. thrifty ·superl well appearing; looking or being in good condition; becoming.
3. thrifty ·superl growing rapidly or vigorously; thriving; as, a thrifty plant or colt.
4. thrifty ·superl given to, or evincing, thrift; characterized by economy and good menegement of property; sparing; frugal.
5. thrifty ·superl thriving by industry and frugality; prosperous in the acquisition of worldly goods; increasing in wealth; as, a thrifty farmer or mechanic.