Delicate

Something that is delicate is very light and can be easily broken or hurt, like a thin piece of glass or a flower petal. You need to be gentle and careful when you handle it.

Examples

• The delicate butterfly landed softly on the flower, its colorful wings fluttering gently in the breeze.
• When we make a model volcano for science class, we have to be careful because the materials are delicate.
• My grandma has a delicate glass ornament that she keeps on a high shelf to keep it safe from breaking.

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