penny-wise
See also: pennywise
English
Etymology
penny + wise
Adjective
penny-wise (comparative more penny-wise, superlative most penny-wise)
- Thrifty in regards to small amounts of money.
Usage notes
- Used in the expression penny wise and pound foolish to describe someone whose thrift does not extend to larger amounts.
Related terms
- penny wisdom
See also
- take care of the pennies and the pounds will take care of themselves