delicate

  1. Adjective.  Easily damaged or requiring careful handling.
  2. Adjective.  Characterized by a fine structure or thin lines.
  3. Adjective.  Intended for use with fragile items.
  4. Adjective.  Of weak health, easily sick.
  5. Adjective.  (informal) Unwell, especially because of having drunk too much alcohol.
  6. Noun.  (countable) A delicate item of clothing.
  7. Noun.  (uncountable) Specifically underwear or lingerie.

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