Meaning of fixer-upper | Babel Free

Definitions

1. A house, property, car, or other object that needs to be fixed up or repaired, often purchased as an investment.
   US, informal
2. A potential romantic partner who may need some motivation to improve their personality or habits.
   broadly, informal
3. A person who tinkers or fixes things up; in particular, someone who fixes up houses, properties, etc. as an investment.
   informal

Examples

“2003, Jay P. DeCima, Investing in Fixer-Uppers: A Complete Guide to Buying Low, Fixing Smart, Adding Value, and Selling (or Renting) High, McGraw-Hill Professional, →ISBN.”

“Don't be seduced into a relationship with someone who seems to be a "fixer-upper." Attempts at renovating people usually fail.”

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