GALLIARD


Meaning of GALLIARD in English

[ 'galɪα:d , -ɪəd ]

■ noun historical a lively dance in triple time for two people.

Origin

ME (as adjective meaning 'valiant, sturdy' and 'lively'): from OFr. gaillard 'valiant', of Celtic origin.

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