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DIY

/daɪˈaɪ/ · di·y
noun
  1. A project or activity that is undertaken by an individual or a group without external assistance, often involving manual skills and creativity. She decided to take on a DIY home renovation project over the weekend.
  2. A style or approach to crafting, making, or repairing things, emphasizing self-sufficiency and individuality. The DIY fashion movement encourages people to create their own clothing and accessories using recycled materials.
verb
  1. To undertake a project or activity without external assistance, often involving manual skills and creativity. He DIYed his own bike, adding custom parts and decorations.
  2. To create or make something, often using manual skills and creativity, emphasizing self-sufficiency and individuality. She DIYed a beautiful piece of jewelry using beads and wire.
Did you know? The DIY movement has become a significant cultural phenomenon, with many people embracing the idea of self-sufficiency and creativity in their daily lives.
Written by Lexi Wordsworth, Dictionary Editor 0 lookups Added Aug 5, 2026