Definition: Gallantry, often characterized as "graceful and dignified," is a term that describes a person's conduct or demeanor toward others. It comes from the Latin word "gallia" which means "country" and can also refer to "land." In this context, gallantry is generally associated with courtesy and respect shown towards another person.

Example sentence : "Her graceful and dignified gesture at the dinner party was so gallant that it earned her a standing ovation from all present." In this example, gallantry means the woman's polite and courteous behavior toward those around her.