eke out

C2
Verb
5 definition(s)
1 Definition

to make up for the deficiencies of : supplement

Example Sentences
  • eked out his income by getting a second job
2 Definition

to make (a supply) last by economy

3 Definition

supplement entry 2

Example Sentences
  • eked out their small income by working for neighbors
4 Definition

to make (a supply) last by careful use

5 Definition

to get with great difficulty

Example Sentences
  • eked out a living from the poor soil of the family's farm