Derring-do
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˌdɛɹɪŋˈduː/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Derring-do is a noun meaning Valiant deeds in desperate times.
Meaning
Valiant deeds in desperate times.
More Meanings
- Brave and adventurous (albeit often reckless) actions.
Example Sentences
With a cry of sheer derring-do, the climber leapt across the chasm.
Some pirates achieved immortality by great deeds of cruelty or derring-do. Some achieved immortality by amassing great wealth. But the captain had long ago decided that he would, on the whole, prefer to achieve immortality by not dying.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include derring-doery, dare, doughty, dare-saying, nads, double dog dare.
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