someone who spends a lot of money, often in a way that is designed to impress people. This expression is often used in a humorous way about someone who spends a very small amount of money.
Synonyms and related words
Words used to describe spending behaviour
a fool and his money (are soon parted)
be burning a hole in your pocket
blank cheque
the last of the big spenders
phraseoften humorous
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someone who spends a lot of money, often in a way that is designed to impress people. This expression is often used in a humorous way about someone who spends a very small amount of money.