Emily Dickinson Lexicon
Definition for PEN'NY-WISE
PEN'NY-WISE, a.
Saving small sums at the hazard of larger; niggardly on important occasions. – Bacon.
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PEN'NY-WISE, a.
Saving small sums at the hazard of larger; niggardly on important occasions. – Bacon.
Return to page 56 of the letter “P”.