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The definition of gallant
9 Definitions of: gallant
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- adjective, brave and high-spirited; courageous and honourable; dashing
- adjective, (of a man) attentive to women; chivalrous
- adjective, imposing; dignified; stately
- adjective, showy in dress
- noun, a woman's lover or suitor
- noun, a dashing or fashionable young man, esp one who pursues women
- noun, a brave, high-spirited, or adventurous man
- verb, to court or flirt (with)
- verb, to attend or escort (a woman)
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| Synonyms: | daring, brave, dashing, manful, bold, heroic, courageous, noble, manly, gritty | And more... |
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| Antonyms: | cowardly, discourteous |
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