Gent
/dʒent/
Definitions
An informal and often affectionate term for a gentleman.
/dʒent/
Informal shortening of gentleman.
The gent offered me his seat on the bus.
💡 Simply: Imagine your friend who always holds the door open for you? That's kind of like a 'gent'. It's like saying 'nice guy' or 'a classy dude', you know?
👶 For kids: It means a nice boy or man, like someone who is kind and polite.
More Examples
He's a true gent, always looking out for others.
How It's Used
"He's a real gent, always offering to help."
"Right, come in, gents!"
Shortening of "gentleman," originating in the 18th century, primarily used in British English. It was initially a term of respect but has become more informal.
Appeared more frequently in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, especially in British literature and social commentary.
Memory tip
Think of a kind gentleman; a gent.