delicacy
del·i·ca·cy / ˈdelikəsē/ • n. (pl. -cies) 1. the quality of being delicate, in particular: ∎ fineness or intricacy of texture or structure. ∎ susceptibility to illness or adverse conditions; fragility. ∎ the quality of requiring discretion or sensitivity: the delicacy of the situation. ∎ tact and consideration: I have to treat this matter with delicacy. ∎ accuracy of perception; sensitiveness.2. a choice or expensive food: a Chinese delicacy.
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