"fussbudgetry" meaning in English

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Noun

Etymology: fussbudget + -ry Etymology templates: {{suffix|en|fussbudget|ry}} fussbudget + -ry Head templates: {{en-noun|-}} fussbudgetry (uncountable)
  1. (Canada, US) The characteristics and behaviors of a fussbudget; petty complaining. Tags: Canada, US, uncountable Synonyms: fuss-budgetry

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