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noun, plural gal·lant·ries.
- dashing courage; heroic bravery; noble-minded behavior.
- gallant or courtly attention to women.
- a gallant act, action, or speech.
noun plural -ries
- conspicuous courage, esp in warthe gallantry of the troops
- polite attentiveness to women
- a gallant action, speech, etc
1590s, “fine appearance,” from French galanterie (16c.), from Old French galant (see gallant). Meaning “gallant behavior” is from 1630s. Middle English had gallantness “merriment, gaiety, high living” (late 15c.).