nicety

Pronunciation

• IPA ^(key): /ˈnaɪsɪti/

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Noun

Singular nicety

Plural niceties

1. (countable & uncountable) A nicety is a small detail or distinction.

   We met the new captain while we were taking enemy fire and were unable to observe the niceties of formal introductions.