belt-tightening vs decrement

belt-tightening

noun
  • A reduction in expenditure, often as a result of financial restrictions. 

adj
  • Causing or involving a reduction in expenditure. 

decrement

noun
  • A small quantity removed or lost. One of a series of regular subtractions. 

verb
  • To decrease a value by a basic quantity unit. 

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