plural courtesies
Definition of courtesy
(Entry 1 of 2)
b : a courteous and respectful act or expression
2a : general allowance despite facts : indulgence hills called mountains by courtesy only
courtesy
adjectiveDefinition of courtesy (Entry 2 of 2)
: granted, provided, or performed as a courtesy or by way of courtesy (see courtesy entry 1)
made a courtesy call on the ambassador
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The first known use of courtesy was in the 13th century
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