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fancy

v.
B1 Intermediate Oxford US //ˈfænsi// UK //fˈænsi// fan·cy Archaic Dialect Formal General-service Informal Slang

v. to want something or feel like doing something. In British English, it is also a common way to say you find someone attractive.

v. to feel a desire for something or to be sexually attracted to someone. Often used in British English to express a preference or inclination in informal contexts.


SIMPLE

Do you fancy going for a walk later?

CONTEXTUAL

I didn't really fancy a heavy meal, so I just ordered a small salad for lunch.

COMPLEX

While many people prefer structured tours, she found she didn't fancy the idea of following a strict schedule while on holiday.

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When followed by another action, the verb takes the -ing form rather than the infinitive.

Pitfall

I fancy to go outI fancy going outFancy is followed by the gerund (-ing form), not the 'to' infinitive.

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