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==Etymology==
 
==Etymology==
 
Middle French, from [[Latin]] fragilis  
 
Middle French, from [[Latin]] fragilis  
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*Date: [https://www.wikipedia.org/wiki/16th_Century 1521]
 
==Definitions==
 
==Definitions==
 
*1 a : easily broken or destroyed <a fragile vase>  
 
*1 a : easily broken or destroyed <a fragile vase>  

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Etymology

Middle French, from Latin fragilis

Definitions

  • 1 a : easily broken or destroyed <a fragile vase>
b : constitutionally delicate : lacking in vigor <a fragile child>
  • 2 : tenuous, slight <fragile hope>

Description

Fragile, something of a delicate nature and/or easily broken,damaged. Vulnerable.