savoir-faire Definition
savoir-faire (sav′wär fer′; Fr sȧ vwȧr fer′)
noun
ready knowledge of what to do or say, and of when and how to do or say it
Etymology: Fr, to know (how) to do
savoir-faire Synonyms
savoir-faire Usage Examples
Adjective modifier
social: Duncan hoped, moreover, that his Continental experience would aid his career chances by enhancing his gentlemanly poise and social savoir-faire.
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