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etiquette

Syllabification: (et·i·quette)

Pronunciation: /ˈetikit, -ˌket/

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Definition of etiquette

noun

the customary code of polite behavior in society or among members of a particular profession or group.

Origin:

mid 18th century: from French étiquette 'list of ceremonial observances of a court', also 'label, etiquette', from Old French estiquette (see ticket)