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chintzy

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chintzy

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Main Entry: chintzy

Pronunciation: \ˈchin(t)-sē\

Function: adjective

Inflected Form(s): chintz·i·er; chintz·i·est

Date: 1851

1 : decorated with or as if with chintz
2 a : gaudy, cheap <chintzy toys> b : stingy

— chintz·i·ness noun

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