delicacy
/dˈɛlʌkʌsi/
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Definitions
Noun
the quality of being beautiful and delicate in appearance; "the daintiness of her touch"; "the fineness of her features"
Noun
something considered choice to eat
Noun
refined taste; tact
Noun
smallness of stature
Noun
lack of physical strength
Noun
subtly skillful handling of a situation
Noun
lightness in movement or manner
Synonyms
airiness
daintiness
dainty
diplomacy
discreetness
discretion
fineness
finesse
fragility
goody
kickshaw
slightness
treat
More General Terms
aliment
alimentation
appreciation
discernment
elegance
life
littleness
liveliness
nourishment
nutriment
nutrition
perceptiveness
smallness
spirit
sprightliness
sustenance
tact
tactfulness
taste
victuals
weakness
More Specific Terms
ambrosia
bone marrow
choice morsel
confection
gelatin
jelly
marrow
nectar
savory
savoury
sweet
tidbit
titbit