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Meaning
Noun
●
Polite behavior.
●
A
polite
gesture
or
remark
, especially
as opposed to
an
obligation
or
standard
practice.
●
Consent or
agreement
in spite of
fact
; indulgence.
●
Willingness or
generosity
in
providing
something needed.
●
A curtsey.
●
In Law:
The
life interest
that the
surviving
husband
has in the
real
or
heritable
estate
of his
wife.
Verb
●
Alternative form of curtsey
Adj
●
Given or done as a
polite
gesture.
●
Supplied
free
of charge.
Sourced from
Wiktionary
Origin
courtesy
English
curtesie
Middle English (1100-1500)
curtesie
Anglo-Norman
-ie
Anglo-Norman
curt
Anglo-Norman
curteis
Anglo-Norman
cortois
Old French (842-ca. 1400)
-ois
Old French (842-ca. 1400)
cort
Old French (842-ca. 1400)
cors
Latin
cortem
Latin
cortensis
Latin
Sourced from
Etym
Synonyms
Complimentary
Gratis
Courteousness
Politeness
Free Of Charge
Related
Decency
Kindness
Generosity
Gratitude
Etiquette
Manners
Deference
Respect
Greeting
Graciousness
Compliments
Friendliness
Courteous
Dignity
Benevolence
Welcome
Professionalism
Honesty
Sincerity
Humility
Hospitality
Gift
Fairness
Compassion
Formality
Punctuality
Dedication
Appreciation
Patience
Empathy
Modesty
Loyalty
Promptness
Luxury
Honor
Greetings
Thoughtfulness
Admiration
Grace
Service
Truthfulness
Courage
Reverence
Honour
Humbleness
Showcase
Integrity
Mockery
Good Manners
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