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thriftover

noun
a makeover at a thrift store
Origin:
noun use of verb phrase 'thrift over'
I got a head to toe thriftover for under $30 from the head stylist at 'Thrift Me Over'.
by Frugal Fashionista February 10, 2014
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Thrifter

Someone that religiously shops at Thrift Stores looking for bargains and often scores amazing deals. Often dedicated to recycling and reuse of products to keep our planet "greener".
"I'm a real fan of Thrift Stores. They call me a Thrifter, but in a good way! It's amazing the deals you can find. I found a beautiful designer handbag at one last week for $8.00!! Thrifting is my life - and reusing instead of throwing everything away is better for our environment"
by me.thrifty September 5, 2011
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The Thrifters

The Thrifters
noun;
A Sick ass band on the rise fast in Cleveland, Ohio.
The Thrifters live show is soo good "And They Call Her Miss Leading" is So sick i love the different melodies and syncopated rhythms...

It's Goin Down - One of THE BEST underground releases out of Cleveland or Ohio for any matter.
by Pennsylvania Fan March 18, 2009
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Theftovers

When you steal left overs from food, A: you didn't make or B: you didn't order.
I'm going to my parents house to try to score some theftovers. I heard they went to ...insert your favorite restaurant.
by Vduxx August 26, 2018
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thrifters

Cleveland, Ohio rock band.
Killer live show, amazing sound.
"Dude, the Thrifters kicked ass at the show last night!"
by thriftfan August 4, 2008
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thriftster

An off-shoot (or sub-culture) of the general hipster trend, but while most contemporary hipsters attempt to buy indie flavor by frequenting Urban Outfitters or American Apparel, a "thriftster" alternatively obtains said style by frequenting thrift stores or through general use of hand-me-downs. While shopping at the Salvation Army may have been included in the original definition of a "hipster," now that mainstream commercialism has caught onto the hipster fashion trends, the term "thriftster" must be adopted to differentiate those who appreciate used clothing and the ideals that come along with it from the ever-increasing group of trendy 20 and 30-somethings who are content to buy the massed-produced version of this clothing without asking how it got to be there in the first place.
"Linda, I love those thick-rimmed 50s-style glasses you're wearing! And you said you're not a hipster. Actually, now that I think about it, I think I just saw those at Wal-Mart."

"Actually, Chloe, I found these in my grandma's attic. Aren't they awesome? I was putting back her Christmas decorations."

"Ah! Jealous - you definitely need to teach me your thriftster talents."
by abeth26 December 15, 2011
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Thrifter

A Thrifter is a low level player, or opportunist. In a broader sense, a thrifter is a purveyor of second-hand pleasures.

Based on the Jim Thompson novel and 90's film adaptation, "The Grifters," a thrifter is anyone who makes a living by scoring objects of worth from Grannie's yard-sale (i.e. suckers) and reselling them on Ebay or a Flea Market at a huge profit. True thrifters live in second-hand style, rocking used clothes, furniture, music, books, etc. Conversely, thrifter may also be used as a compliment.

Die-hard Thrifters end up owning boutiques, peddling antiques, old records, vintage clothing, or graduate to become pickers for Crate and Barrel, Urban Outfitters, etc.

Thrifters may ultimately learn a trade and become clothing designers ripping off designs from old clothing, or documentary directors, thrifting the pain and suffering of others for their own benefit.
Mom, that thrifter you gave my comics to has my X-men #64 up on Ebay for 500 bucks!

Molly Rigwald's character in "Pretty in Pink" is a total proto-thrifter.

That was a thrifter move, ganking my ideas for your TV pilot, and then sicking your lawyer on me when I complained. Thanks.

Katy Perry is a saucy little thrifter, i like how she rocks an up-do.
by Unlearny February 28, 2009
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