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Definition of Closi-fistedCLOSE-FISTED, adj. Unduly desirous of keeping that which many
meritorious persons wish to obtain. "Close-fisted Scotchman!" Johnson cried To thrifty J. Macpherson; "See me -- I'm ready to divide With any worthy person." Sad Jamie: "That is very true -- The boast requires no backing; And all are worthy, sir, to you, Who have what you are lacking." Anita M. Bobe - 1811 Dictionary of the Vulgar Tongue
CLOSE-FISTED. Covetous or stingy.
- The Devil's Dictionary (Ambrose Bierce)
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