A dutiful act of civility or respect; usually in plural, dutiful respects, courteous attentions, addresses; chiefly in to door pay one's devoir(s (t…

(A person's) formally expressed respect or regard, spec. as conveyed to another person. Chiefly archaic… In singular. Cf. duty, n. 1a. Obsolete.

In plural. Expressions of respect for a person; deferential or polite attentions; courtesies. Now rare except as in sense 11b.

In plural. Forms of behaviour exemplifying politeness or respect. Now only in to make (also do) one's manners (regional): to curtsy, bow; to…

= baisemain, n.

A kiss of the hands: in plural compliments, respects.

In plural. Words or actions expressive of esteem or affection. Obsolete.

transferred. Respectful compliments.