fancy

  • (noun): The imagination.
  • (noun): An image or representation of anything formed in the mind.
  • (noun): An opinion or notion formed without much reflection.
  • (noun): A whim.
  • (noun): Love or amorous attachment.
  • (noun): The object of inclination or liking.
  • (noun): Any sport or hobby pursued by a group.
  • (noun): The enthusiasts of such a pursuit.
  • (noun): A diamond with a distinctive colour.
  • (noun): That which pleases or entertains the taste or caprice without much use or value.
  • (noun): A sort of love song or light impromptu ballad.
  • (noun): In the game of jacks, a style of play involving additional actions (contrasted with plainsies).
  • (adjective): Decorative.
  • (adjective): Of a superior grade.
  • (adjective): Executed with skill.
  • (adjective): Unnecessarily complicated.
  • (adjective): Extravagant; above real value.
  • (adverb): In a fancy manner; fancily.
  • I had a fancy to learn to play the flute.
  • He took a fancy to her.
  • Trainspotting is the fancy of a special lot.
  • He fell out of favor with the boxing fancy after the incident.
  • This is a fancy shawl.