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What does civility mean?

Looking for the meaning or definition of the word civility? Here's what it means.

Noun
  1. Politeness; courtesy; an individual act or a manner of behaving which conforms to social conventions of propriety.
  2. (obsolete) The state of society in which the relations and duties of a citizen are recognized and obeyed; civilization.
  3. (obsolete) A civil office, or a civil process.
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Let's chop them down to size and then we'll discuss civility and ethics again.
By withdrawing I struck a blow for civility, although, with those two I fear there is little hope.
His temper was sparked easily, but he also had patience and civility like none other.
We could make it a self-fulfilling prophecy if we assume they have civility and regard them all and treat them all as one.
But it sure was a far cry from the civility and warm kindness he showed me during that other party.
Despite her plain clothes, she radiated a ladylike politeness and civility.

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