Of something which is consumed (such as money, goods, etc.): Careful or wise in expenditure; avoiding waste.
frugal advice
Of something which is supplied or used (especially food): Obtained by or characterized by frugality.
frugal fortune; frugal fare
From Middle French, from Latin frugalis (“virtuous, thrifty”). Displaced native Old English spærhende (literally “spare-handed”).
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