Dainty Definition
dainty
adjective
- affectedly dainty or refined
- delicately beautiful; "a dainty teacup"; "an exquisite cameo"
- especially pleasing to the taste; "a dainty dish to set before a kind"
- excessively fastidious and easily disgusted; "too nice about his food to take to camp cooking"; "so squeamish he would only touch the toilet handle with his elbow"
noun
- something considered choice to eat
"Dainty" in song lyrics
See how dainty is used in real songs:
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"Every now and then a nut feels a bit dainty"
Spice-1 and The Click — Why You Wanna Funk? -
"affectedly dainty"
AOL — AOL -
"kenzie shoes dainty"
AOL — AOL
Words that rhyme with dainty
Usage tips for "dainty"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "dainty" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for dainty to find words that pair well.