charity shop find
/ˈtʃærɪti ʃɒp faɪnd/
CommonA great item discovered at a charity or thrift shop, usually shared as a proud discovery.
The 'find' framing is key. It implies luck and skill together. Used with genuine excitement, not sarcastically.
Real-world examples4 examples
| # | Example | What it means | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | charity shop find, 2 quid, tell me why it fits perfectly | A great-fitting item bought cheaply at a secondhand shop. | tiktok, 2023 |
| 02 | charity shop find of the week goes to this absolute gem | This week's best secondhand discovery. | instagram, 2024 |
| 03 | not me nearly missing this charity shop find because i was in a rush | Almost walked past a great item without noticing it. | x, 2023 |
| 04 | this jacket is a charity shop find and i've been asked where it's from three times today | A secondhand item that looks expensive or designer enough to attract compliments. | reddit, 2024 |
Use it when
- Sharing a great item you bought at a charity or thrift shop.
- Reacting with surprise that something so good came from a charity shop.
- Posting a haul or individual piece from a secondhand shop.
Do not use it when
- The item came from a vintage boutique or curated resale shop.Use “vintage find” instead.
- You are talking about donating to a charity shop.
Charity shop find vs thrifted outfit
charity shop find
Charity shop find refers to a specific discovered item. Common in British English.
VS
thrifted-outfit
Thrifted outfit refers to a complete assembled look. Common in American English.
Origin and context
British English phrase. Charity shops are the UK equivalent of thrift stores. The 'find' framing comes from the treasure-hunt culture of secondhand shopping.
- First seen
- 2000s
- Confidence
- medium
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