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1. An outstanding feature; something in which something or someone excels
   "the use of herbs is one of the excellencies of French cuisine"
   - excellence

1. A title used to address dignitaries (such as ambassadors or governors); usually preceded by 'Your' or 'His' or 'Her'
   "Your Excellency"

Derived forms: excellencies, Excellencies

See also: excellent

Type of: characteristic, feature, important person, influential person, personage

Encyclopedia: Excellency