delicacy

US /ˈdel.ə.kə.si/
UK /ˈdel.ə.kə.si/
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1.

fineness or intricacy of texture or structure

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The delicacy of the lace was exquisite.
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The artist captured the delicacy of the flower petals.
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finenessfragilityelegancesubtletyprecision
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a rare and expensive food item

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Caviar is considered a great delicacy.
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The restaurant specializes in local delicacies.
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gourmet foodspecialtytreatrarebit
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the quality of being easily broken or damaged

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Handle the antique vase with great delicacy.
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The delicacy of the fabric made it prone to tearing.
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fragilityfrailtybrittlenessvulnerabilitytenderness
4.

sensitivity of feeling or response

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He handled the sensitive topic with great delicacy.
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The situation required diplomatic delicacy.
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sensitivitytactdiscretionfinessesubtlety