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In response to "I think we’re the ones who conflated “fancy” with “formal”. -- (edited)" by znufrii

I'm not sure I agree with you here. While the EOD has the third entry as [only before noun] (especially of small things) with a lot of decorations or -- (edited)

Posted by Krusty (aka Krustylu) Nov 20 '22, 06:19

or bright colors it does use the example: He was the fanciest dresser in the room.

With that definition I'm not sure anyone would think that person was in a costume.

The other definitions of fancy have to do with it being expensive, intended to impress and of high quality.

I think they're using fancy in a loose way which is fine but it throws me off every time I hear it.

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this says the term came from 19th century press describing outfits at costume parties. nm but: -- (link) - i.b! Nov 20, 06:38 4
- Interesting, thanks! -- nm - znufrii Nov 20, 06:59
- Thanks! I can see why it was used that way originally but I just can't read it or hear it and think of a costume and not a gown. -- nm - Krusty Nov 20, 06:43 2
  - Think of it as closer to fanciful. -- nm - Andie Nov 20, 07:14 1
    - *nods* Makes sense. -- nm - Krusty Nov 20, 07:35
When you fancy someone, you crush on them. Clearly, the answer is to dress like a clown. -- nm - con_carne Nov 20, 06:21

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