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DELICACY

(noun)

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There are 7 meanings of the word Delicacy.

How to pronounce delicacy:

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Delicacy - as a noun

The quality of being beautiful and delicate in appearance

Example: "The daintiness of her touch"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
daintiness11fineness11

Refined taste; tact

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
discretion13

Slenderness

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
slightness14

Lack of physical strength

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
fragility16

Subtly skillful handling of a situation

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
diplomacy19discreetness15finesse10

Lightness in movement or manner

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
airiness8

Example Sentences

"Escargot is considered a delicacy in French cuisine."
"Caviar is a luxurious delicacy made from fish eggs."
"Sushi is a popular delicacy from Japan."
"Foie gras is a controversial delicacy made from the liver of a duck or goose."
"Lobster is often regarded as a delicacy and can be quite expensive."
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Word Game Points

Is DELICACY a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, delicacy is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

DELICACY has a SCRABBLE points total of 16.

Is DELICACY a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, delicacy is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
DELICACY has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 18.

Is DELICACY a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, delicacy is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
DELICACY has a WORDFEUD points total of 18.

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