courtesy
/ˈkɝɾəsi/ sustantivo B2En español: cortesía
- Polite behavior. · Please extend them the courtesy of your presence.· He was always known for his grace, kindness, and courtesy to people of every rank.
- A polite gesture or remark, especially as opposed to an obligation or standard practice. · I offered them a ride simply as a courtesy.
- Consent or agreement in spite of fact; indulgence. · They call this pond a lake by courtesy only.
- Willingness or generosity in providing something needed. · They received free advertising through the courtesy of the local newspaper.
- A curtsey.
- The life interest that the surviving husband has in the real or heritable estate of his wife.
Plural courtesies
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Chandler assisted her to her feet with instant and solicitous courtesy.
“Come then, Miss Marian,” said the young architect, gaily, but with perfect courtesy; “you will not have far to walk.
The statesman received us with that old-fashioned courtesy for which he is remarkable, and seated us on the two luxuriant lounges on either side of the fireplace.
“My dear Watson,” he said, “I write these few lines through the courtesy of Mr.
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