Word Finder - fancier

definition

One who fancies; a person with a special interest, attraction or liking for something. An aficionado.

example

She's definitely a cat fancier: she has nine of them in her home and the walls are covered with pictures of more.

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A person who breeds or grows a particular animal or plant for points of excellence.

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One who fancies or imagines.

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Decorative.

example

This is a fancy shawl.

synonyms

• decorative
• ornate

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Of a superior grade.

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This box contains bottles of the fancy grade of jelly.

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• high-end

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Executed with skill.

example

He initiated the game winning play with a fancy, deked saucer pass to the winger.

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Unnecessarily complicated.

example

I'm not keen on him and his fancy ideas.

synonyms

• highfalutin

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Extravagant; above real value.

Longer styles are fancier and classier, but shorter styles are flirty and fun.

Using stickers to decorate your New Year's Eve noisemaker is a quick and easy way to make them just a little fancier.

Must admit however, I never learned knitting or anything fancier than a double crochet stitch.

Their costs of manufacture and shipping are low, and they also up-sell you to fancier blades, resulting in even more profit.

These cats are currently found with a variety of colors or "points" such as seal, blue, chocolate and lilac, all of which are recognized by the American Cat Fancier's Association.

Although not all of these breeds are recognized by the Cat Fancier's Association (CFA), that doesn't stop people from taking these wonderful breeds into their homes and making them part of their family.

For a stronger drink, try adding fruit-flavored liquors instead of triple sec, such as the fancier orange Cointreau or Chambord for raspberry flavor.

You can substitute a fancier orange liqueur, like Cointreau or Grand Marnier, but as with the rum, it's not necessary to buy a particularly expensive brand to make a tasty drink.

Fancier embellishments like pickled green beans, cucumber spears and preserved hot peppers add interest to savory mixed drinks, especially those made with vegetable juices.

This classic outdoor furniture option doesn't seem to want to ever go away despite its fancier counterparts, and there are plenty of reasons why.

Wear them with tennis shoes or with fancier shoes, depending on the design of the warmers and the look you are going for.

That person can make alterations, make a simple dress fancier, and give you the dress you want.

Basic rented tables and chairs with plain tablecloths (or fancier if you like) are all you will need to pull off a lovely reception - and some locations may already have these on hand.

If you'd like, though, you can get a little fancier with them and provide some extra sparkle and panache with edible glitter, luster dust, jeweled candies, or other specialty items.

A simple straw hat can make the dress look perfect for a trip to the beach, while a fancier hat (and shoes perhaps) can make the same sun dress look like a beautiful outfit for a summer wedding.

Younger girls will likely tolerate fancier duds, while teens may balk at anything with too much lace or velvet.

Children on southern plantations were dressed in much fancier clothes than a farmer's children in the Midwest were dressed.

For fancier occasions outdoors, a hat with a ribbon under the chin may also have been worn.

Still, some parties are fancier than others and will necessitate a certain kind of garb.

You might be surprised at how many opportunities there are for a kid to wear something a little fancier--even if it is a clip on.

In the summer months, tights may be able to give an everyday dress a fancier look.

Cotton bras can usually be machine-washed and tend to last much longer than fancier bras with radical embellishments.

You can select what sort of style you want by getting thicker straps, fancier closures, or varying textures of cups.

Half aprons are also called cocktail or hostess aprons and may feature the use of fancier fabrics such as lace or be made from handkerchiefs.

Ideally, you would have a wine cellar; this space doesn't have to be anything fancier than a simple rack in your basement.

Some elements of practice clothing, like asymmetrical tops (off one shoulder or only having one strap) also show up in fancier ballroom dresses for sale for competition wear.

Because of this significance, many prom hair styles are much fancier than everyday hairdos.

For example, if you are on a cruise or at a resort, you might want something a bit fancier; something that could work for outdoor dinner and dancing as well as lounging.

You can get much fancier hooded beach towels and wraps, some in elaborate animal designs.

If you wish, you can get fancier and add appliqués or double-sided ribbon to the ends to create ties.

Now that's a nice deal for a plain cotton towel, but what if you want something a bit fancier?

Fancier then coffee machines, prices for commercial espresso makers start at around $695 for a new machine and go up as more automatic features are added.

If you want to create a fancier Myspace page, including a bigger or better friend space, you'll need to edit the HTML code-a kind of computer language-that's behind the layout.

When used at all, emerald-cut diamonds were often the side stones to fancier center gemstones.

While it's far simpler than a pave-set diamond band or an elaborately engraved design, it's also quite a bit fancier than a plain gold band or a simple solitaire.

Similarly, mothers of young children may favor a denim tote bag to something fancier.

True, fancier, designer products may be luxurious accessories, but they can also drain a budget very quickly.

Formal shoes are much fancier than your everyday footwear.

In the past, many business people didn't consider digital watches to look quite as professional, but with today's fancier versions that feature sleek, smooth designs, this is no longer a factor.

Establishing how much you want to spend on its purchase helps you eliminate those that are too expensive, and therefore probably fancier, than you need.

You can easily find a basic GPS unit for under $200, but you'll pay more for fancier systems.

If you finish your quilt tops by hand, you'll probably want a supply of fancier threads, and you will find a dizzying variety at your local craft or fabric store.

A fancier term for this technique is "broken color," meaning that there's a base color with "broken" or uneven layers of another color or finish on top.

That's a good way to break the wife in and then maybe move on to some colors and slowly get fancier if the wife doesn't seem to put up too much of an issue.

You can find them almost anywhere lingerie is sold, but if you want something a little fancier or naughtier, you may want to take your search either online or to specialty lingerie shops.

Nightgowns for men can be strictly functional or a little bit fancier, but what's your taste?

For something even fancier, get a velvet corset with lace straps and heavy boning for an elegant shape.

If you normally plan a special dinner, pick a fancier restaurant this year.

For fancier invitations, use heavier card stock or colored paper.

However, some people want something a little fancier than plain cardstock.