The meaning of DELICATE is pleasing to the senses. How to use delicate in a sentence. Synonym Discussion of Delicate.
DELICATE definition: 1. needing careful treatment, especially because easily damaged: 2. needing to be done carefully…. Learn more.
Define delicate. delicate synonyms, delicate pronunciation, delicate translation, English dictionary definition of delicate. adj. 1. Pleasing to the senses, especially in a subtle way: a delicate flavor; a delicate violin passage.
Definition of delicate adjective in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.
Delicate, dainty, exquisite imply beauty such as belongs to rich surroundings or which needs careful treatment. Delicate, used of an object, suggests fragility, small size, and often very fine workmanship: a delicate piece of carving.
Adjective delicate (comparative more delicate or delicater, superlative most delicate or delicatest) Easily damaged or requiring careful handling.
There are 32 meanings listed in OED's entry for the word delicate, 11 of which are labelled obsolete. See ‘Meaning & use’ for definitions, usage, and quotation evidence.
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Requiring nicety in action; to be approached or performed with caution; precarious; ticklish: as, a delicate surgical operation; a delicate topic of conversation.
What does DELICATE mean? This dictionary definitions page includes all the possible meanings, example usage and translations of the word DELICATE. A delicate item of clothing, especially underwear or lingerie. Don't put that in with your jeans: it's a delicate! A choice dainty; a delicacy.