c. 1300, "fact or condition of thriving," also "prosperity, savings," from Middle English thriven "to thrive" (see thrive), influenced by (or from) Old Norse þrift, variant of þrif "prosperity," from þrifask "to thrive." Sense of "habit of saving, economy" first recorded 1550s (thrifty in this sense is recorded from 1520s; also see spendthrift). Thrift shop attested by 1919.
双语例句
1. They were rightly praised for their thrift and enterprise.
他们勤俭节约，积极进取，得到了当之无愧的赞扬。
来自柯林斯例句
2. Diligence and thrift made him a possessor of warm fortunes.
勤俭使他成为富翁.
来自《简明英汉词典》
3. He has the virtues of thrift and hard work.
他具备节俭和勤奋的美德.
来自《简明英汉词典》
4. Oppose extravagant eating and drinking and pay attention to thrift and economy.
反对大吃大喝,注意节约.
来自《现代汉英综合大词典》
5. His thrift and industry speak well for his future.