Diy Project Jargon

verb to polish or clean something, especially a surface or object, to make it look new or shiny

• The interior designer was hired to furbish the new office space.
• I need to furbish my room before the guests arrive.
• Let's furbish this old bike and make it look brand new.
• She furbished her resume to make it more appealing to potential employers.

adjective silly or foolish in a way that is amusing

• The screwy logic in his argument made it difficult to follow.
• I think the whole situation is just plain screwy.
• This whole thing is so screwy, I can't even deal.
• Her mind felt like a screwy puzzle, with pieces that just didn't fit together.

noun the act of attempting to repair or improve something by making small changes or adjustments

verb to make small changes or adjustments in an attempt to repair or improve something

• The engineer spent hours tinkering with the prototype to improve its efficiency.
• I love tinkering with old electronics to see if I can make them work again.
• My grandpa is always tinkering in his workshop, fixing things up.
• She enjoyed tinkering with different ideas until she found the perfect solution.

verb To prepare or create something quickly and in a hasty manner

• The chef was able to whomp up a delicious five-course meal in record time.
• I'm going to whomp up some pancakes for breakfast.
• Let's whomp up some snacks before the movie starts.
• She was able to whomp up a convincing argument in support of her position.