ˈbrāv(ə)rē, -ri noun
( -es )
Etymology: probably from Middle French braverie, from braver + -erie -ery
1. archaic : an act of defiance or bravado
2.
a. : clothes of handsome or striking appearance : finery
crowds wearing their Sunday bravery
b. : something fine, showy, or of good quality : a thing to exhibit
tourists visiting all the braveries of the city
3. : fine or gaudy show : display
the streets strewed with flowers and full of pageantry, banners, and bravery — John Evelyn
4. : the quality or state of being brave
the bravery of troops under fire
5. plural also bravery obsolete : a fine gentleman : beau