do-it-yourself

[ doo-i-cher-self, -it-yer- ]
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adjective
  1. of or designed for construction or use by amateurs without special training: a do-it-yourself kit for building a radio.

noun
  1. the practice or hobby of building or repairing things for oneself, usually in one's own home.

Origin of do-it-yourself

1
First recorded in 1950–55
  • Also DIY, D.I.Y. [dee-ahy-wahy] /ˈdiˈaɪˈwaɪ/ .

Other words from do-it-yourself

  • do-it-your·self·er, noun

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British Dictionary definitions for do-it-yourself

do-it-yourself

noun
    • the hobby or process of constructing and repairing things oneself

    • (as modifier): a do-it-yourself kit

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