English word intimacy comes from English -cy, English intimate
| Dictionary entry | Language | Definition |
|---|---|---|
| -cy | English (en) | (non-productive) Used to form nouns of rank or office e.g. abbacy. (non-productive) Used to form nouns of state, condition or quality e.g. obstinacy. |
| intimate | English (en) | Closely acquainted; familiar.. Of or involved in a sexual relationship.. Personal; private. (ambitransitive) To suggest or disclose discreetly. (in plural intimates) Women's underwear, sleepwear, or lingerie, especially offered for sale in a store.. A very close friend. |
| intimacy | English (en) | (countable) Intimate relationship.. (countable, especially plural) Intimate detail, (item of) intimate information.. (uncountable, countable) Feeling or atmosphere of closeness and openness towards someone else, not necessarily involving sexuality. |