noun
- delicate or fragile items, especially clothing that requires gentle washing
Usage: usually plural
Examples
- She separated the delicates from the regular laundry.
- The washing machine has a special cycle for delicates.
- Hand wash your delicates to prevent damage.
- These silk blouses should go with the delicates.
- The delicates basket contains items that need gentle care.
- Always use cold water when washing delicates.