economize meaning and definition

ECONOMIZE verb

Definition of economize (verb)

1. use cautiously and frugally
   • "I try to economize my spare time"; "conserve your energy for the ascent to the summit"
   • synonyms: conserve, economise, husband
   • antonym: blow
2. spend sparingly, avoid the waste of
   • "This move will save money"; "The less fortunate will have to economize now"
   • synonyms: economise, save