Entry Word: gallant

Function: adjective

Meaning: 1 feeling or displaying no fear by temperament <a gallant firefighter, rushing into the burning house to save the children> <a gallant rescue> — see brave
2 having, characterized by, or arising from a dignified and generous nature <a gallant knight> <the members of that service club are known for their gallant service to the community> <the gallant courtesies of the king> — see noble 2
3 large and impressive in size, grandeur, extent, or conception <a great and gallant sailing ship> — see grand 1