Meaning of dainty in English
Classifying Adjective
daintyDefinitions
1. affectedly dainty or refinedSynonyms
- 2. of delicate composition and artistry
Examples
- « a dainty teacup »
- « an exquisite cameo »
Synonyms
- 3. especially pleasing to the taste
Examples
- « a dainty dish to set before a kind »
- « a tasty morsel »
Synonyms
- 4. excessively fastidious and easily disgusted
Examples
- « too nice about his food to take to camp cooking »
- « so squeamish he would only touch the toilet handle with his elbow »
Synonyms
Noun
daintyDefinitions
1. something considered choice to eat