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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.”

Domain

Medicine

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Level
B2 · Upper Intermediate
Frequency
Occasional
Updated

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