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   How many meanings does the noun courtesy have?

   • There are ten meanings listed in OED's entry for the noun courtesy, three of which are labelled obsolete. See ‘Meaning & use’ for definitions, usage, and quotation evidence. How common is the noun courtesy? About 9 occurrences per million words in modern written English How is the noun courtesy pronounced? Where does the noun courtesy come from?

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   What is courtesy?

   • Definition of courtesy noun from the Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary [uncountable] polite behaviour that shows respect for other people synonym politeness I was treated with the utmost courtesy by the staff. We asked them, as a matter of courtesy, if we could photograph their house.

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   What is a courtesy call?

   • a curtsy. done or performed as a matter of politeness or protocol: The council member paid a courtesy call on the mayor. offered or provided free by the management: While waiting to board the airplane, we were provided with courtesy coffee.

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   What are some examples of courtesy?

   • “Politeness is the first thing people lose once they get the power.” “Courtesies of a small and trivial character are the ones which strike deepest in the grateful and appreciating heart.” “A man can suffocate on courtesy.” “Politeness is the art of choosing among your thoughts.” “You can demand courtesy but you have to earn respect.”

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   Definition of courtesy noun in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.

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   What does the noun courtesy mean? There are ten meanings listed in OED's entry for the noun courtesy, three of which are labelled obsolete. See ‘Meaning & use’ for definitions, usage, and quotation evidence. courtesy has developed meanings and uses in subjects including.

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   The meaning of COURTESY is behavior marked by polished manners or respect for others : courteous behavior. How to use courtesy in a sentence.

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   polite behaviour, or a polite action or remark: He was treated with courtesy and hospitality.

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   The largest and most trusted free online dictionary for learners of British and American English with definitions, pictures, example sentences, synonyms, antonyms, word origins, audio pronunciation, and more. Look up the meanings of words, abbreviations, phrases, and idioms in our free English Dictionary.

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   courtesy, n. ?c1225–. Browse more nearby entries. courteous, adj. meanings, etymology, pronunciation and more in the Oxford English Dictionary.

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   Courtesy definition: excellence of manners or social conduct; polite behavior. See examples of COURTESY used in a sentence.