CLOSE-FISTED, adj.
Unduly desirous of keeping that which many meritorious persons wish to obtain.
"Close-fisted Scotchman!" Johnson cried To thrifty J. Macpherson; "See me--I'm ready to divide With any worthy person." Sad Jamie: "That is very true-- The boast requires no backing; And all are worthy, sir, to you, Who have what you are lacking."
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--Ambrose Bierce - The Devil's Dictionary