Delicious
Pronunciation: dih-LISH-uhs
Meaning
highly pleasant to the senses, especially taste
Origin
Latin
History & Etymology
The word 'delicious' comes from the Old French 'delicioux', which in turn derived from the Latin 'deliciosus', meaning 'delightful, delicate'. Its root is 'deliciae', meaning 'delight, pleasure, charm'. While primarily an adjective in English, it has occasionally been used as a given name, typically in a whimsical or aspirational context, rather than having a traditional etymological history as a name. Its usage as a name is extremely rare and often perceived as unusual or a novelty.
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