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单词 pinching
释义 pinch·ing
I. \ˈpinchiŋ, -chēŋ\ noun
(-s)
Etymology: Middle English pinchinge, from gerund of pinchen to pinch
: the act of one that pinches; specifically : the practice of severe economy or self-denial
 < the difference between pinching and prodigality — G.B.Shaw >
II. adjective
Etymology: from present participle of pinch (I)
1. : compressing, squeezing
 < pinching shoes >
2. : causing physical or mental pain
 < achieved at the cost of pinching self-sacrifice — Sydney (Australia) Bulletin >
3. : niggardly, parsimonious
pinch·ing·ly adverb
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