gentleman (B1)
noun
Pronunciation: /ˈdʒɛntlmən/
Definition
A man of good social position, especially one who is polite and honorable.
Examples
He was a perfect gentleman, always offering his seat to ladies.
The club was for gentlemen only.
She admired his quiet dignity and gentlemanly manners.
How to Use gentleman
- gentleman of leisure (collocation)
- A man who has enough money not to need to work. — "He lived the life of a gentleman of leisure in his retirement."
- gentleman's club (collocation)
- A private club for men, typically with formal rules and traditions. — "He was a member of several exclusive gentleman's clubs in London."
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