delicacy
/ˈdɛlɪkəsi/
noun
- A special food that is considered rare, expensive, or very pleasant to eat.
- Truffles are a famous delicacy in French cuisine.
- At the market, we bought a local delicacy made from honey and nuts.
- She served caviar as a delicacy at the party.
- The quality of being soft, light, or easily damaged.
- Because of the delicacy of the glass, we packed each piece in bubble wrap.
- The delicacy of the antique lace required careful handling.
- The flower's delicacy made it wilt in the strong wind.
- Careful and sensitive behavior in a difficult situation.
- He handled the awkward question with great delicacy.
- She spoke with delicacy so as not to hurt anyone's feelings.
- The topic of her illness required delicacy from everyone.
- A detail or small point that requires careful attention.
- The chef focused on the delicacies of the recipe to get it perfect.
- We discussed the delicacies of the plan before moving forward.
- The lawyer examined every delicacy of the contract.
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