Word Finder - dainty

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A delicacy (in taste).

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Esteem, honour.

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(Prairies and northwestern Ontario) A fancy cookie, pastry, or square, typically homemade, served at a social event (usually plural).

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An affectionate term of address.

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Excellent; valuable, fine.

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Elegant; delicately small and pretty.

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Fastidious and fussy, especially when eating.

They're so dainty they almost make you cry.

She has on a dainty lace dress and satin slippers.

From her long neck to her slender ankles, Claudette was dainty and feminine.

Dainty cat prints trekked through the flour she'd spilled on the counter.

Cynthia asked out of politeness as Effie picked up a chocolate chip cookie with dainty fingers.

Filet Mignon is French for "dainty filet" and that should be a clue as how to approach it.

And there are some that are not so dainty as well.

Most styles are simple, dainty, and silver or gold.

Heart-shaped faces are widest at the temples and taper at the jaw line leading to a dainty, frequently pointed chin.

In time these fellows grew dainty in their tastes, and only infested boats that had an established reputation for setting good tables.

They usually consist of small amounts of fish, dressed cold vegetables and other dainty relishes.

These fish followed us in schools and supplied our table with very dainty flesh.

It is proper mug size, not dainty like so much bone china pieces, and at a very reasonable price.

The drinks were fine, tho the thin glassware was too dainty for my rugged sensibilities.

The beach themed accessories feature a host of delicate underwater creatures and dainty beach flora, while the gold and silver accessories are a jewel-lover's delight.

A child's tea set can be made of durable plastic or dainty porcelain, but whatever it's made of, it's sure to delight kids of all ages.

If dainty and frilly don't move you, but black leather does, this is the place to get it.

Sport a pair of dainty Eneko socks from Amazon and pair it with strappy high-heeled shoes.

Small piggy eyes, long, long faces elongated by a beard but then a strong lithe body balanced on quite dainty legs.

The old lady laughed, not a dainty little tinkle, but a deep, throaty belly-laugh.

The plant is evergreen, and forms masses of firm leathery leaves from which issue dainty feathery plumes of creamywhite flowers late in spring.

These lockets come in a range of sizes, from dainty pieces to oversized statement jewelry.

This luscious outfit features an attractive array of embroidered hearts and a split up to there - accented with dainty satin bows - to show off your lovely legs.

The reason exotic lingerie looks so playful and pretty is because it is typically fabricated from luxurious fabrics and embellished with lace, beads and dainty bows.

A dainty bow tie adorns the neck and snap closures make securing it an easy task for anyone who's not adept at buttoning.

Espadrille sandals or strappy sandals are the perfect footwear, while slim necklaces and dainty jewelry are more appropriate than big, chunky styles.

Whether you are looking for the flirty dainty look with bows and lace, an opaque look that is completely sheer, or a more daring look that reveals the breast and is crotchless, Hips and Curves is the store you have been looking for.

You don't want to wear a sporty pair of plastic wrap-around frames with mirrored lenses with a dainty summer dress.

Balance full dresses with dainty jewelry, and enhance body hugging gowns with fresh flowers or side swept buns.

You can choose one that is bold in color, or one that is dainty and delicate; the inherent versatility of this accessory is one of its greatest assets.

The word crochet in itself may conjure up images of dainty white doilies rather than sexy images, but crochet bikinis are an entirely different animal.

Second, there is a print to match almost any palette; some are dainty florals, while others are bright and loud.

All TeaPots has a huge assortment of tea sets made for children, from dainty, floral patterns that girly girls will love, to solid colored and whimsical designs to suit any personality.

Modern trench coats veer slightly off center and bring new designs to the fold - some provocative, some alluring, some dainty, some transparent, some long and some short.

While it's perfectly fine for the dress to have a feminine touch of some sort - for example, dainty flowers or ruffles - you'll want something that's done in one shade.

You can choose a single dainty strand of pearls or chain or you can really dress it up with two or three necklaces in different lengths.

The ruffled edging is sweet, but not too dainty - it's perfect for the woman who prefers a more monochromatic look.

These are generally dainty purses that are not meant to hold a lot of items.

In black and purple, it's eye-catching but still feminine and dainty in its own way.

Equally feminine and edgy, it's just right for sliding into a clutch or a dainty purse.

If hefty carryalls and dainty little bags aren't your thing, don't worry.

As with other LV Pochette styles, this one is a dainty little thing.

You can incorporate them into tattoos that cover larger areas, such as on the back or shoulders, or even on a sleeve, or you can add a dainty one to your foot or shoulder blade.

This pure, gold watch tantalizes the eye with a dainty bracelet designed in modern angular patterns.

White or rose-hued gold can add an extra element of femininity to an already dainty wrist.

Dainty silver-toned markers complete the classic look while the Eco-Drive ensures power for a lifetime.

Cheese aficionados often herald baked brie as the quintessential way to enjoy this savory cheese, while brie purists prefer sliced brie placed on dainty water crackers to enjoy the flavors of this cheese.

The term filet mignon comes from a french phrase that means dainty filet.

It's designed to be dainty and includes feminine detailing like lace, satin, embroidery, and a sophisticated length.

Decorated bras are dainty and feminine, helping you to feel and look your most beautiful, and occasionally, they can also be a great way to do good and help society!