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- [der-ing-doo]
- /ˈdɛr ɪŋˈdu/
- /ˈder.ɪŋ duː/
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- [der-ing-doo]
- /ˈdɛr ɪŋˈdu/
Definitions of derring-do word
- uncountable noun derring-do Derring-do is the quality of being bold, often in a rather showy or foolish way. 3
- noun derring-do a daring spirit or deed; boldness or bold action 3
- noun derring-do daring action; reckless courage 3
- noun derring-do daring deeds; heroic daring. 1
- noun derring-do Valiant deeds in desperate times. 0
- noun derring-do brave and adventurous (albeit often reckless) actions. 0
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Origin of derring-do
First appearance:
before 1325 One of the 16% oldest English words
1325-75; Middle English durring-do literally, daring to do, erroneously taken as noun phrase. See dare, do1
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Parts of speech for Derring-do
noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation
derring-do popularity
A pretty common term. Usually people know it’s meaning, but prefer to use a more spread out synonym. About 39% of English native speakers know the meaning and use word.
According to our data most of word are more popular. This word is almost not used. It has a much more popular synonym.
Synonyms for derring-do
noun derring-do
- bravado — Bravado is an appearance of courage or confidence that someone shows in order to impress other people.
- valor — boldness or determination in facing great danger, especially in battle; heroic courage; bravery: a medal for valor.
- audacity — Audacity is audacious behaviour.
- courage — Courage is the quality shown by someone who decides to do something difficult or dangerous, even though they may be afraid.
- adventurousness — the quality of being adventurous
Antonyms for derring-do
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