galliard Meaning, Definition & Usage

Gal"liard adjective
Etymology
OE., fr. F. gaillard, perh. of Celtic origin; cf. Ir. & Gael. galach valiant, or AS. gagol, geagl, wanton, lascivious.
Definitions
  1. Gay; brisk; active. Obs.
Gal"liard noun
Definitions
  1. A brisk, gay man. Obs.
    Selden is a galliard by himself. Cleveland.
Gal"liard noun
Etymology
F. gaillarde, cf. Sp. gallarda. See Galliard, a.
Definitions
  1. A gay, lively dance. Cf. Gailliarde.
    Never a hall such a galliard did grace. Sir. W. Scott.

Webster 1913