Main Entry: eco·nom·i·cal

Pronunciation: \-ˈnä-mi-kəl\

Function: adjective

Date: 15th century

1 archaic : economic 1
2 : marked by careful, efficient, and prudent use of resources : thrifty <an economical shopper>
3 : operating with little waste or at a saving <an economical car>

synonyms see sparing