any of numerous sun-loving low-growing evergreens of the genus Armeria having round heads of pink or white flowers
"The gardeners planted a border of thrift along the sunny path to add color without needing much maintenance."
extreme care in spending money; reluctance to spend money unnecessarily
"My grandmother's thrift is evident in how she mends every torn sock instead of throwing it away."
The characteristic of using a minimum of something (especially money).
"The family's decision to live off their savings and cook at home was driven by a strict sense of thrift."
To obtain from a thrift shop.
"I found that vintage sweater at the local thrift store for just five dollars."
A surname.
"The local thrift store was named after its founder, Mr. Thrift."