definition of
[gallant]

[1] #1 gallant n. [dandy, dude, fop, sheik, beau, swell, fashion plate, clotheshorse] a man who is much concerned with his dress and appearance. wn

[2] #2 gallant s. unflinching in battle or action; "a gallant warrior"; "put up a gallant resistance to the attackers". wn

[3] #3 gallant n. [squire] a man who attends or escorts a woman. wn

[4] #4 gallant s. [dashing] lively and spirited; "a dashing hero". wn

[5] #5 gallant s. [lofty, majestic, proud] having or displaying great dignity or nobility; "a gallant pageant"; "lofty ships"; "majestic cities"; "proud alpine peaks". wn