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delicacy

/dˈɛləkəsi/ · 4 syllables

Meaning

noun

  1. the quality of being beautiful and delicate in appearance
    “the daintiness of her touch”
  2. something considered choice to eat
  3. refined taste; tact
  4. smallness of stature
  5. lack of physical strength
  6. subtly skillful handling of a situation
  7. lightness in movement or manner

Synonyms for delicacy

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