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Definition of 'amenities'

English

Noun

(head)
  • (pluralonly) The quality of being pleasant or agreeable, whether in respect to situation, climate, manners, or disposition; pleasantness; civility; suavity; gentleness.
  • * 1917 , :
  • "I trust that you are as comfortable as circumstances permit," said Holmes when the final arrangements were made. "Should I be guilty of a liberty if I lit a cigar and placed it between your lips?"
    But all amenities were wasted upon the angry German.
  • * 1934 , edition, ISBN 0553278193, page 24:
  • When we got to Sullivan Street Mrs. Ricci was waiting in front with a glare in her eye that made me decide not to stop for any amenities .