el cheapo
Originating from informal English, "el cheapo" is often used to describe something or someone that is notably cheap or frugal.
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Definition
B2General
(informal, slang)Describes something that is very inexpensive, often implying it is of low quality.
Example
- He bought an el cheapo phone that broke within a week.
- They stayed at an el cheapo hotel to save money.
B2Personal Traits
(informal, slang)Refers to a person who is extremely frugal or stingy.
Example
- Don't be such an el cheapo; it's just a few extra dollars for a better product.
- He's known as the el cheapo of the group because he never wants to spend money.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "el cheapo":
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