noun

1. The characteristic of using a minimum of something (especially money).

   “His thrift can be seen in how little the trashman takes from his house.”

2. A savings bank.

   “Usually, home mortgages are obtained from thrifts.”

3. Any of various plants of the genus Armeria, particularly Armeria maritima.

Synonyms: frugality

verb

1. To obtain from a thrift shop.