delicacy meaning and definition

DELICACY noun

Definition of delicacy (noun)

1. the quality of being beautiful and delicate in appearance
   • "the daintiness of her touch"; "the fineness of her features"
   • synonyms: daintiness, fineness
2. something considered choice to eat
   • synonyms: dainty, goody, kickshaw, treat
3. refined taste; tact
   • synonyms: discretion
4. smallness of stature
   • synonyms: slightness
5. lack of physical strength
   • synonyms: fragility
6. subtly skillful handling of a situation
   • synonyms: diplomacy, discreetness, finesse
7. lightness in movement or manner
   • synonyms: airiness