26984 words

gallant

4 definitions • 4 examples
1
(of a man) polite and kind towards women, especially when in public:

Examples:

That wasn't very gallant of you, Paul, pushing a young lady out of the way like that!
2
showing no fear of dangerous or difficult things:

Examples:

Despite fierce competition, she made a gallant effort to win the first medal of the championships.
3
showing no fear of dangerous or difficult things:

Examples:

She made a gallant effort to win, even if her effort fell short.
4
(of a man) polite to women, esp. when in public:

Examples:

He was always charming and gallant toward women.

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