gallantry
pronunciation
How to pronounce gallantry in British English:
UK [ˈgæləntri]
How to pronounce gallantry in American English:
US [ˈɡæləntri]
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- Noun:
- the qualities of a hero or heroine; exceptional or heroic courage when facing danger (especially in battle)
- courtesy towards women
- polite attentiveness to women
Word Origin
- gallantry (n.)
- 1590s, "fine appearance," from French galanterie (16c.), from Old French galant "courteous; amusing" (see gallant (adj.)). Meaning "gallant behavior" is from 1630s; meaning "polite attention to ladies" is from 1670s. Middle English had gallantness "merriment, gaiety, high living" (late 15c.).
Example
- 1. Gallantry of mind is saying the most empty things in an agreeable manner .
- 2. The young man was noted for gallantry .
- 3. I had a theoretical reverence and homage for beauty , elegance , gallantry , fascination .
- 4. This misconception and his gallantry seemed in some way to bring her and me closer together .
- 5. She held out her hand ; he kissed it with affectionate gallantry , though he hardly knew how to look , and they entered the house .