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Decency is defined as actions that are moral, modest or socially acceptable, or is what basics are required for a good standard of living.

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Wearing a skirt that is long enough to cover your bottom is an example of decency.
A place to live and a car to drive are examples of decencies.

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See decency in Webster's New World College Dictionary

noun pl. decencies

the quality or condition of being decent; propriety of conduct and speech; proper behavior, modesty, courtesy, etc.
socially proper actions; the proprieties
things needed for a proper or comfortable standard of living

Origin: L decentia < decens: see decent

See decency in American Heritage Dictionary 4

noun pl. de·cen·cies

The state or quality of being decent; propriety.
Conformity to prevailing standards of propriety or modesty.
decencies
a. Social or moral proprieties.
b. Surroundings or services deemed necessary for an acceptable standard of living.

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