Derring-do (Noun)
Meaning
Brave and heroic feats.
Classification
Nouns denoting acts or actions.
Examples
- The firefighters were hailed as heroes for their derring-do in rescuing the family from the burning building.
- The swashbuckling adventures of the pirate captain were legendary for their derring-do and daring exploits.
- The soldier's derring-do in battle earned him a medal for bravery and a promotion to lieutenant.
- The explorer's derring-do in navigating the treacherous jungle terrain was an inspiration to her teammates.
- The stuntman's derring-do in performing the death-defying leap from the helicopter was a thrilling highlight of the film.