wouldn't shout if a shark bit him

verb1

1. •
   (Australia) To be frugal or miserly.

   • 'Yeah, he's as silly as a two-bob watch. And mean. He wouldn't shout [buy a drink] if a shark bit him.' 'Too right, he's got snakes in his pockets. Anyhow, how's the punting?' 'No luck, mate.[…]' — 1988