courtesy

Polite behavior.

Please extend them the courtesy of your presence.

He was always known for his grace, kindness, and courtesy to people of every rank.

A polite gesture or remark, especially as opposed to an obligation or standard practice.

I offered them a ride simply as a courtesy.

My lord, for your many courtesies I thank you.

Consent or agreement in spite of fact; indulgence.

They call this pond a lake by courtesy only.

Willingness or generosity in providing something needed.

They received free advertising through the courtesy of the local newspaper.

[on a label, caption, etc.] Courtesy the Smith Foundation: [e.g.] use of this image was allowed through the courtesy of the Smith Foundation.

A curtsey.

The lady drops a courtesy in token of obedience, and the ceremony proceeds as usual.

[I]t was her favorite amusement to array herself in the faded brocades, and parade up and down before the long mirror, making stately courtesies, and sweeping her train about, with a rustle which delighted her ears.

Alternative form of curtsey.

Given or done as a polite gesture.

We paid a courtesy visit to the new neighbors.

Supplied free of charge.

The event planners offered courtesy tickets for the reporters.