Frittering Meaning in English
word · lemma: fritter
परिभाषा
Spending time, money, or effort on unimportant things, in a way that wastes them. Often used in the expression 'frittering away' when someone is not using their resources wisely.
उपयोग और बारीकियां
Usually informal. Most common in the phrase 'frittering away time/money.' Typically suggests small, repeated, unintentional waste. Not used for major losses. Can apply to opportunities, not just physical resources.
उदाहरण वाक्य
She is frittering away her time on games instead of studying.
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Stop frittering away your money on things you don't need.
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He spent the whole afternoon frittering away his energy.
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You’re frittering away your chance to make a good impression.
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I spent years frittering away my savings on little things.
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Are you sure you want to keep frittering away your weekends like this?
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