economical
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/ˌiː.kəˈnɑː.mɪ.kəl/
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/ˌiː.kəˈnɒm.ɪ.kəl/
efficient use
Etymology
'economical' originates from the Greek word 'oikonomikos', where 'oikos' meant 'house' and 'nomos' meant 'law'.
'oikonomikos' transformed into the Latin word 'oeconomicus', and eventually became the modern English word 'economical'.
Initially, it meant 'pertaining to household management', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'efficient in resource use'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
using no more of something than is necessary; efficient in terms of resource use.
The new car is very economical on fuel.
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Adjective 2
relating to economics or the economy.
The economical policies of the government have been successful.
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