gallant

Meanings

• adjective

  Showing bravery and courage, especially towards women.

  - "The gallant knight saved the damsel in distress."
  - "He was a gallant soldier, always putting others before himself."

• adjective

  Graceful and stylish in appearance or manner.

  - "The gallant gentleman wore a tuxedo to the ball."
  - "She moved with a gallant grace."

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Pronunciation

1. /ˈɡælənt/
   
   
   
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2. /ɡəˈlænt/
   
   
   
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Rhymes

Words rhyming with gallant
alant , banter , canter , feaster , gander , lantern , mantle , pander , spanter , vander , yankee

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Variants

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gallant , gallantly , gallants , gallanted , gallanting , Gallant , Mavis Gallant , Mavis Leslie De Trafford Young

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Etymology

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From the Old French word 'galant', meaning 'lovely, charming, or dashing'.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'gallant' was once used to describe a man who was particularly attentive and courteous to women.

2. In the novel 'Three Musketeers', the character D'Artagnan is described as a gallant young man.

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Related Concepts

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1. chivalry: A code of conduct for noblemen, emphasizing courtesy, honor, and service to others.

2. courage: The ability to face danger, fear, or pain with bravery and determination.

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Culture

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In literature, gallant heroes often appear in chivalric romances, where they display both physical and moral courage. In art, gallant subjects may be depicted in paintings or sculptures that emphasize elegance and grace. In music, gallant themes can be found in classical compositions, particularly those that evoke the spirit of courtly love.

How to Memorize "gallant"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a gallant hero saving a damsel in distress, or visualize a gallant gentleman in a tuxedo at a ball.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'gallant' with bravery, courage, and elegance.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'Gallant Gentlemen Always Need Tact' to remember the definition.

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