definition of
economize

[1] #1 economize v. [conserve, husband, economise] use cautiously and frugally; "I try to economize my spare time"; "conserve your energy for the ascent to the summit". wn

[2] #2 economize v. [save, economise] spend sparingly, avoid the waste of; "This move will save money"; "The less fortunate will have to economize now". wn