gallantry
Gallantry (noun) means Great courage, especially in battle or under difficult circumstances. Example: “He was awarded a medal for gallantry under fire.”
How to use gallantry
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishBravery, or courteous chivalry — often used in military citations for the first sense.
Word forms
gallantries plural
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Etymology
From French galanterie, built on gallant plus the suffix -ry.
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Rhymes for gallantry
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What does “gallantry” mean?
The word “gallantry” means great courage, especially in battle or under difficult circumstances. In plain terms, bravery, or courteous chivalry — often used in military citations for the first sense.
How do you pronounce “gallantry”?
“Gallantry” is pronounced GA-luhnt-ree (/ˈɡæləntri/ in IPA).
How do you use “gallantry” in a sentence?
Here is “gallantry” used in a sentence: “He was awarded a medal for gallantry under fire.”
What is another word for “gallantry”?
Words with a similar meaning to “gallantry” include gallanthood and gallantness.
What part of speech is “gallantry”?
“Gallantry” is a noun.
Where does the word “gallantry” come from?
The word “gallantry” comes from French. From French galanterie, built on gallant plus the suffix -ry.
How many meanings does “gallantry” have?
“Gallantry” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: great courage, especially in battle or under difficult circumstances.