Piker
(noun)
A person who is reluctant to spend money or make a financial commitment; a cheapskate.
Origin:
The origin of the word "piker" is uncertain, but it may be related to the word "poke" meaning a bag or pouch and hence a person who doesn"t have much money.
Examples:
- He was known as a piker because he always tried to get a better deal.
- She was a piker when it came to buying gifts for others.
- He was a piker and always tried to avoid paying full price.
- The piker was always looking for a way to save a few dollars.
- He felt that the piker was being unreasonable by not wanting to pay for the service.