Bravery — Defs

01 n. The quality of being brave; fearless; intrepidity.

1.
The quality of being brave; fearless; intrepidity.
“Remember, sir, my liege, . . . The natural bravery of your isle.” — Shak.
2.
The act of braving; defiance; bravado.[Obs.]
“Reform, then, without bravery or scandal of former times and persons.” — Bacon.
3.
Splendor; magnificence; showy appearance; ostentation; fine dress.
“With scarfs and fans and double change of bravery.” — Shak.

“Like a stately ship . . . With all her bravery on, and tackle trim.” — Milton.
4.
A showy person; a fine gentleman; a beau.[Obs.]
“A man that is the bravery of his age.” — Beau. & Fl.