Word
gent
US/ˈdʒɛnt/
UK/dʒˈɛnt/
Definition
n. a polite or friendly way to say 'gentleman'. You often use it to talk about a man who is kind or well-behaved.
n. a shortened, informal form of 'gentleman'. Often carries a connotation of traditional politeness or is used as a friendly vocative.
Examples
“He is a real gent for helping me with my bags.”
“The waiter was a lovely old gent who made us feel very welcome at the restaurant.”
“While the term might seem slightly dated to some, he remains a true gent, always ensuring that his guests are comfortable and well-attended to.”
Examples
simple
“He is a real gent for helping me with my bags.”
contextual
“The waiter was a lovely old gent who made us feel very welcome at the restaurant.”
complex
“While the term might seem slightly dated to some, he remains a true gent, always ensuring that his guests are comfortable and well-attended to.”
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