economise

Verb
  1. Spend sparingly, avoid the waste of (synset 202362227)
    "This move will save money"; "The less fortunate will have to economize now"
    is a type of: drop, expend, spend - pay out
    subtypes: tighten one's belt - live frugally and use less resources
    same as: economize, save
  2. Use cautiously and frugally (synset 202273988)
    "I try to economize my spare time"; "conserve your energy for the ascent to the summit"
    is a type of: preserve, save - to keep up and reserve for personal or special use
    subtypes: retrench - tighten one's belt; use resources carefully
    same as: conserve, economize, husband

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