delicacy (n.)

  1. the quality of being beautiful and delicate in appearance; the daintiness of her touch; the fineness of her features

    [ Syn: daintiness , fineness ]

  2. something considered choice to eat

    [ Syn: dainty , goody , kickshaw , treat ]

  3. refined taste; tact

    [ Syn: discretion ]

  4. smallness of stature

    [ Syn: slightness ]

  5. lack of physical strength

    [ Syn: fragility ]

  6. subtly skillful handling of a situation

    [ Syn: diplomacy , discreetness , finesse ]

  7. lightness in movement or manner

    [ Syn: airiness ]

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