thrifters
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/ˈθrɪftərz/
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/ˈθrɪftəz/
(thrifter)
person who practises thrift or seeks bargains
Etymology
'thrifter' originates from English, specifically from the noun 'thrift' with the agentive suffix '-er', where 'thrift' came to mean careful management of resources.
'thrift' developed in Middle English from Old English/Old Norse roots (Old English 'þrift' / Old Norse 'þrif'), meaning 'prosperity' or 'profit'; later English formed the agent noun 'thrifter' by adding '-er' to indicate a person who practises thrift.
Initially, 'thrift' referred to 'prosperity' or 'success', but over time it shifted toward the idea of careful use or saving of resources; 'thrifter' therefore came to mean 'a person who saves or seeks bargains.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
people who are careful with money; those who practice thrift or frugality.
Many thrifters prefer to cook at home and save for larger goals.
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Noun 2
people who shop at thrift shops or secondhand stores, often hunting for bargains or vintage items.
Thrifters often enjoy hunting for vintage clothes and unique finds at charity shops.
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Last updated: 2025/09/25 22:27