scrooge
nounUK /skruːdʒ/
US /skruːdʒ/
A scrooge is a person who does not like to share money or spend it.
My uncle is a scrooge who never buys anyone a birthday present.
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OTHER MEANINGS
2. A grumpy person who does not like fun or holidays.
Don't be such a scrooge and come to the party!
3. A mean and selfish person who cares only about money.
The old scrooge refused to give a single coin to the charity.
4. Someone who ruins other people's good mood by being negative.
Our scrooge of a neighbor complained about the music.