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Gallantry is defined as nobility or courage.

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An example of gallantry is the courage to save a damsel in distress.

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noun pl. gallantries

nobility of behavior or spirit; heroic courage
the courtly manner of a gallant
an act or speech characteristic of a gallant
amorous intrigue
Archaic showy appearance

Origin: Fr galanterie < OFr galant: see gallant

See gallantry in American Heritage Dictionary 4

noun pl. gal·lant·ries

Nobility of spirit or action; courage.
Chivalrous attention toward women; courtliness: “the air of faintly mocking gallantry with which he habitually treated mother” (Louis Auchincloss).
The act or an instance of gallant speech or behavior.
Archaic A bold or stylish appearance.

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