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Gallantry Definition & Meaning

gallantry
noun
  1. the qualities of a hero or heroine; exceptional or heroic courage when facing danger (especially in battle); "he showed great heroism in battle"; "he received a medal for valor"
  2. courtesy towards women
  3. polite attentiveness to women

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Frequently asked questions

What does gallantry mean?
the qualities of a hero or heroine; exceptional or heroic courage when facing danger (especially in battle); "he showed great heroism in battle"; "he received a medal for valor" courtesy towards women polite attentiveness to women
What part of speech is gallantry?
Gallantry is a noun.
How many definitions does gallantry have?
Gallantry has 3 definitions across 1 part of speech (noun).

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