fancier

American  

[fan-see-er] / ˈfæn si ər /

noun

1. a person having a liking for or interest in something; enthusiast.

   a fancier of sports cars.

2. a person who breeds animals, plants, etc., especially in order to improve the strain.

   a horse fancier.

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fancier British  

/ ˈfænsɪə /

noun

1. a person with a special interest in something

2. a person who breeds plants or animals, often as a pastime

   a bird fancier

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Etymology

Origin of fancier

First recorded in 1755–65; fancy + -er ¹

Example Sentences

The Winstons’ mailbox was one of the fancier ones on the block.

From Literature

The Census estimates the median new single-family house last year was 2,176 square feet—and today’s house would be much fancier, with central air conditioning, etc.

From The Wall Street Journal

“True. But…I don’t know. It’s been fancier than usual. Don’t you think?”

From Literature

Stretch the night in one or two directions—bigger in scope, richer in ingredients or a little fancier in presentation.

From Salon

The bedroom is fuller, fancier now, providing a better picture of the Washingtons’ aesthetic.

From The Wall Street Journal

Related Words

• aficionado