do-it-yourself

American  

[doo-i-cher-self, -it-yer-] / ˈdu ɪ tʃərˈsɛlf, -ɪt yər- /

DIY,

adjective

1. of or designed for construction or use by amateurs without special training.

   a do-it-yourself kit for building a radio.

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noun

1. the practice or hobby of building or repairing things for oneself, usually in one's own home.

do-it-yourself British  

noun

1. 1. the hobby or process of constructing and repairing things oneself

   2. ( as modifier )

      a do-it-yourself kit

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Other Word Forms

• do-it-yourselfer noun

Etymology

Origin of do-it-yourself

First recorded in 1950–55

Example Sentences

This is not a do-it-yourself spreadsheet exercise; it takes careful planning and depth that a simple spreadsheet won’t capture.

From MarketWatch

What Ukraine’s military lacks in expensive munitions, it has also tried to make up for in innovative do-it-yourself defense.

From The Wall Street Journal

Cold weather and winter storms similarly dragged on domestic do-it-yourself sales during the recent quarter, though Daniele noted the adverse conditions could pay off down the line.

From The Wall Street Journal

The two companies are competing for the more consistent spending of professional customers, particularly as consumers delay large remodels and do-it-yourself projects, analysts say.

From The Wall Street Journal

And I enjoy answering questions from do-it-yourself investors who want to take control of their financial future.

From MarketWatch

Related Words

• handmade