Definition of Nickel-and-dime
Nickel-and-dime
nick·el-and-dime
Definition/Meaning
(adjective)
small or petty, insignificant or unimportant in scale, scope, standing, or performance;
e.g. She runs a nickel-and-dime store that sells basic groceries and necessities.
(adjective)
only offering/paying a small amount of money or involving a small sum;
e.g. He did odd jobs and nickel-and-dime tasks to earn extra income.
(verb)
to weaken, hinder, or defeat someone/something gradually through a series of small steps, such as through several small attacks or playing overly close attention to minor details or amounts of money;
e.g. Eventually, his constant criticism began to nickel-and-dime their relationship. She tried to nickel-and-dime them by forcing them to pay additional fees.
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