WEBvery polite, honest, and kind behaviour, especially by men towards women. gallantry uk / ˈgæl.ən.tri/ us / ˈgæl.ən.tri/ noun formal. polite and kind behaviour towards women, especially when in public: He had gained a popular reputation for his gallantry towards women. 他因对女性表现出的绅士风度而广为人知。.