delicacy
/ˈdɛlɪkəsi/
noun 5
Collocations
9(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
(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
(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 saved0 chars