scant

/skˈænt/

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Definitions

Adjective Satellite
less than the correct or legal or full amount often deliberately so; "a light pound"; "a scant cup of sugar"; "regularly gives short weight"
Verb
work hastily or carelessly; deal with inadequately and superficially
Verb
limit in quality or quantity
Verb
supply sparingly and with restricted quantities; "sting with the allowance"