modesty
[ mod-uh-stee ]
/ ˈmɒd ə sti /
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noun, plural mod·es·ties.
the quality of being modest; freedom from vanity, boastfulness, etc.
regard for decency of behavior, speech, dress, etc.
simplicity; moderation.
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Let’s start with some etymology: What are the origins of the typographical word “bracket”?
First appeared around 1750, and is related to the French word “braguette” for the name of codpiece armor.
First appeared in 1610, based on the French word “baguette” for the long loaf of bread.
First appeared in 1555, and is related to the French word “raquette” for a netted bat.
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British Dictionary definitions for modesty
modesty
/ (ˈmɒdɪstɪ) /
noun plural -ties
the quality or condition of being modest
(modifier) designed to prevent inadvertent exposure of part of the bodya modesty flap
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