Meaning of the word gallant in English

What does gallant mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

gallant

US /ˈɡæl.ənt/
UK /ˈɡæl.ənt/
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Adjective

1.

brave; heroic

Example:
The gallant knight rescued the princess from the dragon.
It was a gallant effort, but they still lost the game.
2.

(of a man) charmingly attentive to women

Example:
He was very gallant, always opening doors for her.
His gallant gestures won over her heart.

Noun

1.

a man who is charmingly attentive to women

Example:
He acted like a true gallant, always offering his arm.
The old gallant still knew how to charm the ladies.

Verb

1.

to pay court or attention to (a woman)

Example:
He tried to gallant her with flowers and compliments.
The young man would often gallant the ladies at the ball.
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