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- DictionaryCour·te·sy/ˈkərdəsē/
noun
- 1. the showing of politeness in one's attitude and behavior toward others: "he had been treated with a degree of courtesy not far short of deference"
1. a. : behavior marked by polished manners or respect for others : courteous behavior. b. : a courteous and respectful act or expression. 2. a. : general allowance despite facts : indulgence. hills called mountains by courtesy only. b. : consideration, cooperation, and generosity in providing something (such as a gift or privilege)
COURTESY definition: 1. polite behaviour, or a polite action or remark: 2. by permission of: 3. because of: . Learn more.
a courteous, respectful, or considerate act or expression. indulgence, consent, or acquiescence: He is a “colonel” by courtesy rather than by right. favor, help, or generosity: The costumes for the play were by courtesy of the local department store. a curtsy.
[countable, usually plural] (formal) a polite thing that you say or do when you meet people in formal situations. an exchange of courtesies before the meeting. The prime minister was welcomed with the usual courtesies. Word Origin. Idioms. courtesy of somebody/something. (also by courtesy of somebody/something)
A courtesy is a polite remark or respectful act. Complain about a bad meal, and you might get kicked out. But the common courtesy is usually an apology from the manager and, if you're lucky, a free dinner. Courtesy is all about using your good manners, which is why it shares roots with the word courteous. Holding the door open for someone ...
noun. uk / ˈkɜːtəsi / us. Add to word list Add to word list. B2 [ U ] behaviour that is polite and shows respect, or a polite action or remark: The hotel treats all guests with courtesy. [ + to do sth ] He didn't even have the courtesy to thank me. (by) courtesy of sb/sth.
2 days ago · courtesy in American English. (ˈkɜːrtəsi, or, for 5 ˈkɜːrtsi) (noun plural -sies) noun. 1. excellence of manners or social conduct; polite behavior. 2. a courteous, respectful, or considerate act or expression. 3. indulgence, consent, or acquiescence.
