miser (noun)

1. In the biblical story of Lazarus and the rich man, the miser was punished in the afterlife for his greed.

2. In Charles Dickens' novel 'A Christmas Carol', Ebenezer Scrooge is portrayed as a miser who undergoes a transformation.

3. In Norse mythology, the character of Njord is often depicted as a miser who hoards his wealth.

4. The horror movie featured a miserly character who haunted a haunted mansion, guarding his hidden treasure.