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Meaning of dainty in English
Pronunciation
/ˈdeɪn(t)i/
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Classifying Adjective
dainty
Definitions
1.
affectedly dainty or refined
Synonyms
refined
2.
of delicate composition and artistry
Examples
« a dainty teacup »
« an exquisite cameo »
Synonyms
delicate
3.
especially pleasing to the taste
Examples
« a dainty dish to set before a kind »
« a tasty morsel »
Synonyms
tasteful
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
Noun
dainty
Definitions
1.
something considered choice to eat