Idiom
in good nick
Meanings
In very good condition; working well and well maintained.
Looking healthy and fit; in good physical shape.
Definition
In good nick means in very good condition, especially working well or looking well cared for.
If something is in good nick, it is in very good condition and works properly. People often use it for cars, machines, houses, clothes, or even someone’s physical shape. It suggests the item has been looked after and has no serious damage or problems.
Examples
- The used car is in good nick for its age.
- After a quick service, the bike was back in good nick.
- Her apartment is in good nick, so she didn’t need to repaint before moving out.
- I’ve been training again and I’m finally in good nick.
- The old guitar is still in good nick and sounds great.
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