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donaire — meaning in English

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English meaning

  • grace noun Smooth, elegant movement or manner.
  • quip noun A short, clever, often slightly cutting remark made quickly in conversation.
  • wit noun The ability to say clever, funny things quickly.
  • witticism noun a witty remark; a bon mot; an epigram; a zinger.
  • wittiness noun the quality of being witty

Senses

donaire is used for these senses in English:

  • grace (uncountable) Elegant movement; elegance of movement; balance or poise.
  • quip A smart, sarcastic turn or jest; a taunt; a severe retort or comeback; a gibe.
  • wit Humour, especially when clever or quick.
  • witticism a witty remark; a bon mot; an epigram; a zinger.
  • wittiness the quality of being witty

grace — full definition

  1. noun Smooth, elegant movement or manner.
  2. noun A short prayer of thanks said before or after a meal.
  3. noun A short extra period of time allowed before a deadline or obligation takes effect.
  4. noun Unearned kindness or favor, especially divine mercy in religious contexts.
  5. verb To add elegance or honor to something by one's presence or by decorating it.

quip — full definition

  1. noun A short, clever, often slightly cutting remark made quickly in conversation.
  2. verb To make such a remark.

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