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Definition fancy in American English

fancy adjective

adjective
/ˈfænsi/
1

not plain or simple but with a lot of decorations or extra parts

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I wanted just a plain handbag, nothing fancy.

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The camera comes with a fancy leather case.

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fancy computer graphics

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fancy basketball moves

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The candidate's fancy words lost more votes than they gained.

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We stayed at some fancy hotel in the center of London.

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children who are sent to fancy private schools

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5

fancy prices are much higher than they should be

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6

fancy food is of very good quality

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Definition fancy in American English