Understanding Niggardising: History, Meaning, and Context

Niggardising is a word that means to be stingy or miserly with one's resources, especially money. It is derived from the Old Norse word "nyggja," which means "to pinch" or "to scrimp."

The word is not commonly used in modern English, and it has been considered derogatory and offensive in some contexts due to its association with the racial slur "nigger." However, it is still found in some historical and legal texts, as well as in certain idiomatic expressions.

In general, niggardising refers to a practice of being overly frugal or stingy, often to the point of being unwilling to spend money on necessary expenses or to the detriment of one's own interests. It can also be used to describe someone who is reluctant to part with their possessions or assets, even when it would be beneficial to do so.