在英语中，"describe" 表示提供关于某人或某物的细节，以说明其外观、特点或性质。Describe a person（描述一个人）、describe the scene（描述场景）和 describe something as...（把某物描述为……）都是常见搭配。

英语单词 "describe" 是什么意思？

to describe

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spending

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style

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big spender

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thrifty

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"Cheapskate" is an English slang term that appeared in the early 20th century, likely in the United States. It combines "cheap," meaning unwilling to spend money, with "skate," possibly implying someone who slips away from responsibility or generosity. The term is used to describe a person who is stingy, miserly, or reluctant to spend or share money. It appears in informal, everyday speech, often teasingly or critically. The term is mildly derogatory but not vulgar, generally seen as a light insult rather than a severe or offensive attack.

What is the origin of the term "cheapskate" and how is it used?

cheapskate

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Here you will find the vocabulary from Unit 3 - Preview in the Summit 1A coursebook, such as "cheapskate", "thrifty", "spending", etc.

Summit 1A“第3单元 - 预览”词汇