Meaning

• The imagination.

• An image or representation of anything formed in the mind.

• An opinion or notion formed without much reflection.

• A whim.

  "I had a fancy to learn to play the flute."

• Love or amorous attachment.

  "He took a fancy to her."

• The object of inclination or liking.

• Any sport or hobby pursued by a group.

  "Trainspotting is the fancy of a special lot."

• The enthusiasts of such a pursuit.

  "He fell out of favor with the boxing fancy after the incident."

• A diamond with a distinctive colour.

• That which pleases or entertains the taste or caprice without much use or value.

• A sort of love song or light impromptu ballad.

• In the game of jacks, a style of play involving additional actions (contrasted with plainsies).

Meaning

• Decorative.

  "This is a fancy shawl."

• Of a superior grade.

  "This box contains bottles of the fancy grade of jelly."

• Executed with skill.

  "He initiated the game winning play with a fancy, deked saucer pass to the winger."

• Unnecessarily complicated.

  "I'm not keen on him and his fancy ideas."

• Extravagant; above real value.

Meaning

• In a fancy manner; fancily.