Reference meaning
douceur
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Sweetness of manner: agreeableness, gentleness.
Other meanings
2. noun
Sweet speech: a compliment.
3. noun
A sweetener: a gift offered to sweeten another's attitude, a tip or bribe.
4. noun
A tax break provided as an inducement to sell valuable items (especially art) to public collections rather than on the open market.
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