Definition of "cheapo" in English

adjective

1. (slang) Inexpensive and of poor quality.

   • They wanted crystal champagne glasses for the party but the caterers provided cheapo plastic cups instead.

noun

1. (slang) A person who is stingy, a miser.

2. (slang) Something produced and sold for low cost.

3. (chess) A primitive trap, often set in the hope of swindling a win or draw from a losing position.