Gents: meaning, definitions and examples

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gents

 

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Noun
Context #1 | Noun

formal address

The term 'gents' is a colloquial abbreviation of 'gentlemen,' often used in a formal or polite context to refer to men. It emphasizes respect and courtesy in addressing males, typically in situations that require decorum.

Synonyms

dudes, gentlemen, guys, men

Examples of usage

  • The gents will meet in the lounge.
  • Excuse me, gents, may I have your attention?
  • The restaurant has a separate section for gents.
  • The gents' restroom is down the hall.

Translations

Translations of the word "gents" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น senhores

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคœเฅ‡เค‚เคŸเฅเคธ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Herren

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ tuan

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฟะฐะฝะพะฒะต

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ panowie

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ็ดณๅฃซใŸใก

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท messieurs

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ seรฑores

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท baylar

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์‹ ์‚ฌ๋“ค

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุงู„ุณุงุฏุฉ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ pรกnovรฉ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ pรกni

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ็ป…ๅฃซไปฌ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ gospodje

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ herra

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะผั‹ั€ะทะฐะปะฐั€

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ‘แƒแƒขแƒแƒœแƒ”แƒ‘แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ beylษ™r

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ seรฑores

Etymology

The word 'gent' is derived from the Old French 'gentil,' which means 'noble' or 'well-born.' This term has its roots in the Latin word 'gentilis,' referring to a member of a clan or family. Over time, the meaning shifted to denote individuals of a certain social class, particularly those exhibiting courteous behavior and manners. The abbreviation 'gents' gained popularity in the 19th century as a more informal and conversational term for 'gentlemen.' It reflects a cultural shift towards more relaxed forms of address while maintaining an underlying sense of respect. Today, 'gents' is commonly used in various social contexts, often seen in public signs indicating facilities or services designated for men, such as 'gents' restroom. The usage of the term continues to evolve, adapting to modern social norms and language trends.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #27,505, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.