<p><strong>Verb</strong></p><ul><li><p>(used without object)</p><ul><li>To practice economy; avoid waste or extravagance.</li><li>Synonyms: husband, conserve, save.</li></ul></li><li><p>(used with object)</p><ul><li>To manage economically; use sparingly or frugally.</li><li>Synonyms: husband, conserve, save.</li></ul></li></ul>