Old word of precedence Crossword Clue

While searching our database we found 1 possible solution for the: Old word of precedence crossword clue. This crossword clue was last seen on August 3 2024 New York Times Crossword puzzle. The solution we have for Old word of precedence has a total of 5 letters.

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99%SPAREOld word of precedenceNew York Times

Definition

To use frugally or stintingly, as that which is scarce or valuable; to retain or keep unused; to save.
To keep to one's self; to forbear to impart or give.
To preserve from danger or punishment; to forbear to punish, injure, or harm; to show mercy to.
To save or gain, as by frugality; to reserve, as from some occupation, use, or duty.
To deprive one's self of, as by being frugal; to do without; to dispense with; to give up; to part with.
To be frugal; not to be profuse; to live frugally; to be parsimonious.
To refrain from inflicting harm; to use mercy or forbearance.
To desist; to stop; to refrain.
Scanty; not abundant or plentiful; as, a spare diet.
Sparing; frugal; parsimonious; chary.
Being over and above what is necessary, or what must be used or reserved; not wanted, or not used; superfluous; as, I have no spare time.
Held in reserve, to be used in an emergency; as, a spare anchor; a spare bed or room.
Lean; wanting flesh; meager; thin; gaunt.
Slow.
The act of sparing; moderation; restraint.
Parsimony; frugal use.
An opening in a petticoat or gown; a placket.
That which has not been used or expended.
The right of bowling again at a full set of pins, after having knocked all the pins down in less than three bowls. If all the pins are knocked down in one bowl it is a double spare; in two bowls, a single spare.

Recent Usage in Crossword Puzzles:

  • New York Times: Aug 4, 2024
  • New York Times: Aug 3, 2024

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