money-saving idea
noun phraseUK /ˈmʌni ˌseɪvɪŋ aɪˈdɪə/
US /ˈmʌni ˌseɪvɪŋ aɪˈdiːə/
A plan that helps you keep your money instead of spending it.
Bringing lunch from home is a money-saving idea that works well.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. A suggestion for reducing everyday expenses.
Her money-saving idea was to cancel unused subscriptions.
3. A creative trick to spend less on a big purchase.
Buying last year's model is a smart money-saving idea.
4. A tip shared to help a group or family save.
The newsletter shares one money-saving idea each week.