gallantry
Origin of gallantry
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courage, boldness, valor, duty, nerve, intrepidity, derring-do, prowess, urbanity, daring, elegance, spirit, fearlessness, savoir-faire, tact, attentiveness, pluck, poise, deference, courtesyExamples from the Web for gallantry
Contemporary Examples of gallantry
They ennobled their race by their gallantry on that desperate occasion.
Her grandfather was decorated for gallantry at Vimy Ridge and went on to found the Canadian armored corps.
Felix is a good man, but his instincts toward decency— an act of gallantry on the Tube—eventually prove fatal for him.
Historical Examples of gallantry
"But you know language is conventional, especially in gallantry," said Russell.
Tales And Novels, Volume 5 (of 10)Maria Edgeworth
He is a man of wit and gallantry—I am unpractised in the ways of the world.
Tales And Novels, Volume 3 (of 10)Maria Edgeworth
"It is enough if I've been useful," he rose in gallantry to the emergency.
The Black BagLouis Joseph Vance
The stranger, however, picking up her cap with an air of gallantry, interposed.
Little DorritCharles Dickens
Jarrett introduced Knoedler, who had suggested this piece of gallantry.
My Double LifeSarah Bernhardt
gallantry
- conspicuous courage, esp in warthe gallantry of the troops
- polite attentiveness to women
- a gallant action, speech, etc
Word Origin and History for gallantry
1590s, "fine appearance," from French galanterie (16c.), from Old French galant (see gallant). Meaning "gallant behavior" is from 1630s. Middle English had gallantness "merriment, gaiety, high living" (late 15c.).