fixer-upper
(informal, by extension) A potential romantic partner who may need some motivation to improve their personality or habits.
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(informal, by extension) A potential romantic partner who may need some motivation to improve their personality or habits.
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(informal) A person who tinkers or fixes things up; in particular, someone who fixes up houses, properties, etc. as an investment.
2003, Jay P. DeCima, Investing in Fixer-Uppers: A Complete Guide to Buying Low, Fixing Smart, Adding Value, and Selling (or Renting) High,[http://books.google.com/books?id=oKP0o_H1iYIC] McGraw-Hill Professional, .
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(US, informal) A house, property, car, or other object that needs to be fixed up or repaired, often purchased as an investment.
2003, Jay P. DeCima, Investing in Fixer-Uppers: A Complete Guide to Buying Low, Fixing Smart, Adding Value, and Selling (or Renting) High,[http://books.google.com/books?id=oKP0o_H1iYIC] McGraw-Hill Professional, .
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