fixer-upper

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Noun fixer-upper has 1 sense

fixer-upper - a house or other dwelling in need of repair (usually offered for sale at a low price)
--₁ is a kind of dwelling, home, domicile, abode, habitation, dwelling house

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Fixer-Upper

Description:

A fixer-upper refers to a property or item that is in need of significant repairs or renovations. It generally implies that the condition of the property is poor and requires considerable work to make it habitable or functional again. The term fixer-upper can be used to describe both residential real estate and other objects or possessions that are in need of fixing.

Examples:

Noun:

1. John and Lisa bought a fixer-upper in the countryside and transformed it into their dream home.

2. The real estate agent showed us several fixer-uppers in the city that we could renovate and sell for a profit.

Adjective:

1. Sarah fell in love with a charming, fixer-upper cottage by the beach.

2. The couple purchased a fixer-upper car and spent months restoring it to its original condition.

Idiomatic Expression:

1. She chose to buy a fixer-upper to save money, but now she's realizing the amount of work it requires.

2. Don't underestimate the challenges that come with a fixer-upper; it can be both rewarding and demanding.