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."