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douceur

The correct spelling is douceur.

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noun

Say it like: Dow-seu-r

The correct spelling is douceur. Sweetness of manner: agreeableness, gentleness.

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Definition

noun

  1. 1.Sweetness of manner: agreeableness, gentleness.
  2. 2.Sweet speech: a compliment.
  3. 3.A sweetener: a gift offered to sweeten another's attitude, a tip or bribe.
  4. 4.A tax break provided as an inducement to sell valuable items (especially art) to public collections rather than on the open market.

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