delicacy
delicacy /ˈdɛlɪkəsi/
noun
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()
The quality of being beautiful and delicate in appearance
(
daintiness
, fineness
, delicacy
)
the quality of being beautiful and delicate in appearance
The daintiness of her touch
the daintiness of her touch
The fineness of her features
the fineness of her features
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()
Something considered choice to eat
(
dainty
, goody
, kickshaw
[Archaic] , delicacy
, treat
)
something considered choice to eat
Escargots are considered a delicacy in French cuisine.
Escargots are considered a delicacy in French cuisine.
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Lightness in movement or manner
(
airiness
, delicacy
)
lightness in movement or manner
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Subtly skillful handling of a situation
(
delicacy
, discreetness
, finesse
, diplomacy
)
subtly skillful handling of a situation
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Lack of physical strength
(
delicacy
, fragility
)
lack of physical strength
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Smallness of stature
(
delicacy
, slightness
)
smallness of stature
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Refined taste; tact
(
delicacy
, discretion
)
refined taste; tact