Fancy

/ˈfæn.si/

The meaning and definition of Fancy, with examples, synonyms, and a word game to make it stick.

Definition

noun
  1. Any sport or hobby pursued by a group.
    “Trainspotting is the fancy of a special lot.”
  2. The enthusiasts of such a pursuit.
    “He fell out of favor with the boxing fancy after the incident.”
adjective
  1. Decorative.
    “This is a fancy shawl.”
  2. Of a superior grade.
    “This box contains bottles of the fancy grade of jelly.”
Synonyms hobby conception idea thought impression decorative
Antonyms plain simple

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