scotch

definition: avoiding waste
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speech part: adjective
synonyms: economical
definition: a slight surface cut (especially a notch that is made to keep a tally)
example:
speech part: noun
synonyms: score
definition: make a small cut or score into
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speech part: verb
synonyms:
definition: hinder or prevent (the efforts, plans, or desires) of
example:
speech part: verb
synonyms: spoil

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