Definition of dainty

• n. - Value; estimation; the gratification or pleasure taken in anything.
• n. - That which is delicious or delicate; a delicacy.
• n. - A term of fondness.
• superl. - Rare; valuable; costly.
• superl. - Delicious to the palate; toothsome.
• superl. - Nice; delicate; elegant, in form, manner, or breeding; well-formed; neat; tender.
• superl. - Requiring dainties. Hence: Overnice; hard to please; fastidious; squeamish; scrupulous; ceremonious.