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austerity (s) (noun), austerities (pl)
A tightened economy characterized by shortages: The state of austerity or deficit-cutting in a country is marked by or requires lower spending and/or higher taxes.
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austerity, austerities
Severity of manner, life, etc.; sternness; rigorous self denial. (1)
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