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Economic
Eh-kuh-NAH-mihk
/ˌɛkʌˈnɑːmɪk/Listen
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Syllable breakdown
economic
Dictionary meaning
Using the minimum of time or resources necessary for effectiveness.
Examples
- An economic use of home heating oil.
- It was no longer economic to keep the factory open.
Synonyms: economical
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