Definition

A person or company that repairs and improves old or used items, making them look and work like new again.

Example

The refurbisher transformed the old furniture into beautiful pieces for the home.

Conversation

I just found out that my neighbor is a refurbisher of old furniture.

Really? That's such a cool job!

Yeah, he can take something so worn out and make it look brand new.

I would love to see his work sometime!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Refurbisher → It is formed from "re-" (meaning again) and "furbish" (from Old French *forbir*, meaning to polish or brighten). The word "refurbisher" refers to someone who polishes or restores something again, making it new or like new.

Memory Tip

Think of 'doing something again' ('re-') to 'brighten' or 'polish' ('furbish') an item — that's why a refurbisher is someone who makes things look new again.

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