cheapo
Americanadjective
adjective
Etymology
Origin of cheapo
Example Sentences
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Every year millions of dodgy apps and cheapo internet-connected devices ship with an unadvertised back door called residential proxy software.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 5, 2026
Lee plays on a bit for cheapo opportunities, but is down four pawns and a piece after 37.
From Washington Times • May 3, 2022
These series, unlike the sweeps specials and cheapo docudramas of old, are generally well polished.
From New York Times • Apr. 12, 2022
“You wind up using them so much in pasta-making that you don’t want the cheapo, stainless-steel ones,” says Nicholson.
From Slate • Oct. 20, 2018
Not your mainstream, nationwide, brand-name mover, either, just some cheapo local outfit.
From "Freak The Mighty" by Rodman Philbrick
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