1. foods that are considered especially choice or luxurious
Usage: plural of delicacy
2. things requiring careful or sensitive handling
Usage: plural of delicacy; often refers to sensitive matters

Examples

• The restaurant serves exotic delicacies from around the world.
• Caviar and truffles are expensive delicacies.
• Local delicacies include fresh seafood and regional cheeses.
• The diplomatic negotiations involved many political delicacies.
• She handled the delicacies of the situation with great care.
• The market featured various cultural delicacies and specialties.
• These delicacies require special preparation and presentation.