/gal"euhn tree/ , n. , pl. gallantries .
1. dashing courage; heroic bravery; noble-minded behavior.
2. gallant or courtly attention to women.
3. a gallant act, action, or speech.
[ 1600-10; galanterie, equiv. to OF galant (see GALLANT) + -erie -RY ]
Syn. 1. daring, valor, heroism. 2. chivalry, courtliness.
Ant. 1. cowardice.