definition of
economise

[1] #1 economise v. [save, economize] spend sparingly, avoid the waste of; "This move will save money"; "The less fortunate will have to economize now". wn

[2] #2 economise v. [conserve, husband, economize] use cautiously and frugally; "I try to economize my spare time"; "conserve your energy for the ascent to the summit". wn