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English → English (gcide) Definition: Modesty piece Modesty \Mod"es*ty\, n. [L. modestia: cf. F. modestie. See Modest.] 1. The quality or state of being modest; that lowly temper which accompanies a moderate estimate of one's own worth and importance; absence of self-assertion, arrogance, and presumption; humility respecting one's own merit. [1913 Webster] 2. Natural delicacy or shame regarding personal charms and the sexual relation; purity of thought and manners; due regard for propriety in speech or action. [1913 Webster] Her blush is guiltiness, not modesty. --Shak. [1913 Webster] Modesty piece, a narrow piece of lace worn by women over the bosom. [Obs.] --Addison. [1913 Webster] Syn: Bashfulness; humility; diffidence; shyness. See Bashfulness, and Humility. [1913 Webster]