Piker
noun
A person who is stingy or miserly; someone who is unwilling to spend money.
He's such a piker; he never treats anyone to lunch.
Usage tips
Informal
stingy person,financially tight,cheap individual
noun
A person who doesn’t fully engage or participates in activities; an underachiever.
Don't be a piker; give it your all in the competition!
Usage tips
Informal
underachiever,non-participant,slacker
noun
A person who is stingy or miserly; someone who is unwilling to spend money.
He's such a piker; he never treats anyone to lunch.
Usage tips
Informal
stingy person,financially tight,cheap individual
noun
A person who doesn’t fully engage or participates in activities; an underachiever.
Don't be a piker; give it your all in the competition!
Usage tips
Informal
underachiever,non-participant,slacker
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Social Context
Understanding how to use the word in social situations can prevent misunderstandings.
In a gathering, calling someone a 'piker' can convey disapproval.
Pro Tip 2/3Cultural Connotation
Be aware that in some cultures, being thrifty is admired, so use with caution.
In business, 'piker' might imply a lack of ambition.
Pro Tip 3/3Use in Humor
Often used humorously to refer to someone's cheapness.
'Don't be such a piker at the amusement park—let's go for the big rides!'
Pro Tip 1/3Social Context
Understanding how to use the word in social situations can prevent misunderstandings.
In a gathering, calling someone a 'piker' can convey disapproval.
Pro Tip 2/3Cultural Connotation
Be aware that in some cultures, being thrifty is admired, so use with caution.
In business, 'piker' might imply a lack of ambition.
Pro Tip 3/3Use in Humor
Often used humorously to refer to someone's cheapness.
'Don't be such a piker at the amusement park—let's go for the big rides!'
Pro Tip 1/3Social Context
Understanding how to use the word in social situations can prevent misunderstandings.
In a gathering, calling someone a 'piker' can convey disapproval.
Pro Tip 2/3Cultural Connotation
Be aware that in some cultures, being thrifty is admired, so use with caution.
In business, 'piker' might imply a lack of ambition.
Pro Tip 3/3Use in Humor
Often used humorously to refer to someone's cheapness.
'Don't be such a piker at the amusement park—let's go for the big rides!'
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