Meaning of dainty in English

1. Pronunciation

   /ˈdeɪn(t)i/

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1. Classifying Adjective

   dainty

   Definitions

   1. affectedly dainty or refined

   Synonyms

   • refined
2. 2. of delicate composition and artistry

   Examples

   • « a dainty teacup »
   • « an exquisite cameo »

   Synonyms

   • delicate
3. 3. especially pleasing to the taste

   Examples

   • « a dainty dish to set before a kind »
   • « a tasty morsel »

   Synonyms

   • tasteful
4. 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

   • fastidious

5. Noun

   dainty

   Definitions

   1. something considered choice to eat