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 delicacy delicacy /ˈdɛlɪkəsi/

noun

  1. () 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
  2. () 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.
  3. Lightness in movement or manner  ( airiness , delicacy )
    lightness in movement or manner
  4. Subtly skillful handling of a situation  ( delicacy , discreetness , finesse , diplomacy )
    subtly skillful handling of a situation
  5. Lack of physical strength  ( delicacy , fragility )
    lack of physical strength
  6. Smallness of stature  ( delicacy , slightness )
    smallness of stature
  7. Refined taste; tact  ( delicacy , discretion )
    refined taste; tact