gaucherie
Americannoun
plural
gaucheries-
lack of social grace, sensitivity, or acuteness; awkwardness; crudeness; tactlessness.
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an act, movement, etc., that is socially graceless, awkward, or tactless.
noun
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the quality of being gauche
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a gauche act
Etymology
Origin of gaucherie
From French, dating back to 1790–1800; see origin at gauche, -ery
Vocabulary lists containing gaucherie
Example Sentences
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Antony consented to retain as a tutor for Henry the wise and learned La Gaucherie, who was himself strongly attached to the reformed religion.
From Henry IV, Makers of History by Abbott, John S. C. (John Stevens Cabot)
The experience of La Gaucherie, however, did not confirm this sentiment.
From Henry IV, Makers of History by Abbott, John S. C. (John Stevens Cabot)
A gentleman of very distinguished attainments, named La Gaucherie, undertook the general superintendence of his studies.
From Henry IV, Makers of History by Abbott, John S. C. (John Stevens Cabot)
La Gaucherie was warmly attached to the principles of the Protestant faith.
From Henry IV, Makers of History by Abbott, John S. C. (John Stevens Cabot)
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