Meaning of the word fancier in English

What does fancier mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

fancier

US /ˈfæn.si.ɚ/
UK /ˈfæn.si.ər/

Adjective

more elaborate or decorative

Example:
She bought a much fancier dress for the party.
The new restaurant has a much fancier menu.

Noun

a person who has a special interest in and knowledge of something, especially something unusual or requiring connoisseurship

Example:
He's a pigeon fancier, always breeding and showing his birds.
The cat fancier spent hours discussing different breeds.