In literature, “douce” functions both as a gentle adjective and as a character or title name that conveys a subtle blend of tenderness, irony, and distinction. For instance, early poetic uses illustrate its aesthetic appeal when the term enhances imagery and contrasts luxurious adornments [1], while in dramatic and satirical contexts, as in a remark on heraldry, the word acquires a biting nuance [2]. In modern fiction, notably in Joyce’s Ulysses, “Douce” is adopted as a surname and an interjectory device, where characters such as Miss Douce express a range of emotions from playful retorts to measured suspicions [3][4][5][6][7]. Moreover, the term surfaces in bibliographical and critical commentary—attesting to its longstanding role as an appellative marker that not only denotes sweetness in its literal sense but also enriches the text with layers of cultural and historical reference [8][9].