gallantry

2 definitions • 4 examples

polite and kind behaviour towards women, especially when in public:

He had gained a popular reputation for his gallantry towards women.

I'd like to think that gallantry isn't dead.

the quality of being brave when something is difficult or dangerous:

The speech praised those who had displayed gallantry in the liberation of their country.

He was awarded a gallantry medal for saving life at sea.