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Polite behavior.

Example: He was always known for his grace, kindness, and courtesy to people of every rank.

A polite gesture or remark, especially as opposed to an obligation or standard practice.

Example: I offered them a ride simply as a courtesy.

Consent or agreement in spite of fact; indulgence.

Example: They call this pond a lake by courtesy only.

Willingness or generosity in providing something needed.

Example: They received free advertising through the courtesy of the local newspaper.

Given or done as a polite gesture.

Example: We paid a courtesy visit to the new neighbors.

Supplied free of charge.

Example: The event planners offered courtesy tickets for the reporters.

To make a curtsey.

Example: The hotel's staff variously curtsied, nodded, and bowed to the owner as she passed.