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Moderatedelicate
The correct spelling is delicate.
How to pronounce delicate
/ˈdɛlɪkət/
nounIPA: /ˈdɛlɪkət/
Say it like: Del-ica-te
The correct spelling is delicate. A delicate item of clothing, especially underwear or lingerie. For example: "Don't put that in with your jeans: it's a delicate!"
Usage Examples
“Don't put that in with your jeans: it's a delicate!”
“The negotiations were very delicate.”
“Her face was delicate.”
Meanings
noun
- 1.A delicate item of clothing, especially underwear or lingerie.
- 2.A choice dainty; a delicacy.
- 3.A delicate, luxurious, or effeminate person.
adjective
- 1.Easily damaged or requiring careful handling.
- 2.Characterized by a fine structure or thin lines.
- 3.Intended for use with fragile items.
- 4.Refined; gentle; scrupulous not to trespass or offend; considerate; said of manners, conduct, or feelings.
- 5.Of weak health; easily sick; unable to endure hardship.
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