The meaning of DELICATE is pleasing to the senses. How to use delicate in a sentence. Synonym Discussion of Delicate.

DELICATE definition: 1. needing careful treatment, especially because easily damaged: 2. needing to be done carefully…. Learn more.

DELICATE definition: fine in texture, quality, construction, etc.. See examples of delicate used in a sentence.

Definition of delicate adjective in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.

1 day ago · delicate (comparative more delicate or delicater, superlative most delicate or delicatest) Easily damaged or requiring careful handling. quotations

If something is delicate, it is easy to harm, damage, or break, and needs to be handled or treated carefully. Although the coral looks hard, it is very delicate.

Define delicate. delicate synonyms, delicate pronunciation, delicate translation, English dictionary definition of delicate. adj. 1. Pleasing to the senses, especially in a subtle way: a delicate …

Delicate, dainty, exquisite imply beauty such as belongs to rich surroundings or which needs careful treatment. Delicate, used of an object, suggests fragility, small size, and often very fine …

• Troy was a delicate child who spend most of his time indoors. • Clare was more active than her brother, who had always been a delicate child. • The story of that day unfolds in a way that is …

When something is referred to as delicate, it suggests a level of intricacy or refinement that requires special attention. Delicate objects or materials can be easily broken or harmed due to …