1590s, "fine appearance," from French galanterie (16c.), from Old French galant "courteous; amusing" (see gallant (adj.)). Meaning "gallant behavior" is from 1630s; meaning "polite attention to ladies" is from 1670s. Middle English had gallantness "merriment, gaiety, high living" (late 15c.).
双语例句
1. For his gallantry he was awarded a Victoria Cross.
他因为表现英勇而荣获维多利亚十字勋章。
来自柯林斯例句
2. a medal for gallantry
英勇勋章
来自《权威词典》
3. He was awarded a cross for gallantry in combat.
他因在战斗中表现英勇而被授予十字勋章.
来自《简明英汉词典》
4. It's that time of year again, when thoughts turn to romance and gallantry.
又到了每年的那个时候，人们又想到了风花雪月和献殷勤的男人。
来自柯林斯例句
5. 'How I admire the gallantry of your youthful spirit, Mr. Lorry.'
