delicacy

/ˈdɛlɪkəsi/
noun 5

Collocations

9
1

(noun.) rare and expensive type of food

ADJ

great | exotic, rare

local

When we visited Thailand, we sampled many local delicacies at the night market.

VERB + DELICACY

be considered

In many cultures, certain insects are considered a delicacy at special celebrations.

sample, try

2

(noun.) care and sensitivity/requiring care and sensitivity

ADJ

extreme, great, utmost

She treated the broken vase with great delicacy while cleaning it in the sink.

PREP

with ~

You must handle that antique vase with delicacy because it breaks easily.

PHRASES

a matter of (some) delicacy

3

(noun.) lightness and gentleness

ADJ

exquisite

The porcelain figurine showed exquisite delicacy in every tiny detail carved by the artist's hand.

Your note

not saved
0 chars