DELICATE

/ˈdɛlɪkət/
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Definition

/ˈdɛlɪkət/
noun
  1. A delicate item of clothing, especially underwear or lingerie.
    “Don't put that in with your jeans: it's a delicate!”
  2. A choice dainty; a delicacy.
  3. A delicate, luxurious, or effeminate person.
adjective
  1. Easily damaged or requiring careful handling.
    “The negotiations were very delicate.”
  2. Characterized by a fine structure or thin lines.
    “Her face was delicate.”
  3. Intended for use with fragile items.
    “Set the washing machine to the delicate cycle.”

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