spender

big spender

Someone who spends money freely and in great amounts, especially on nonessential things or events. Can also be used sarcastically to refer to someone who is reluctant to spend money, or who offers to spend only a small amount. There are a certain few big spenders who always come through the casino, so we try to make sure they have the best experience possible. You're only willing to pay for my soda? Wow, you're a real big spender. A: "Did Dad just order toast and a water?" B: "Yep, you know him—big spender!"

See also: big, spender

big-time spender

Someone who spends money freely and in great amounts, especially on nonessential things or events. There are a certain few big-time spenders who always come through the casino, so we try to make sure they have the best experience possible. I'm living paycheck to paycheck as it is, so I can't be a big-time spender like you and just buy a new car right now. A: "Did Dad just order toast and a water?" B: "Yep, you know him—big-time spender!"

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big-time spender

n. someone who spends a lot of money. A big-time spender doesn’t look at the prices on the menu.

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