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gaillard

sturdy fellow, strapping man

noun gah-YAR Rare
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Origin: Old French gaillard (merry, strong)

Also means

cheerful, vigorous

Usage Note

Gaillard as a noun means a robust, vigorous man, often with a connotation of good humor. As an adjective (un ton gaillard), it means lively or slightly bawdy. The feminine noun gaillarde exists but is rare. In older literature, it also denoted a lively Renaissance dance.

Examples

"C'est un solide gaillard qui ne craint rien."

Natural Translation

He is a solid fellow who fears nothing.

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