Meaning of the word stint in English

What does stint mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

stint

US /stɪnt/
UK /stɪnt/

Noun

a person's fixed or allotted period of work

Example:
He did a two-year stint in the army.
Her latest stint was as a teacher.

Verb

to restrict (someone) to a small amount of something

Example:
He doesn't stint on expenses when it comes to his children's education.
The company should not stint on safety measures.
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