{ } n. [ Cf. F. vaillance. See Valiant. ] The quality or state of being valiant; bravery; valor. [ Obs. ] “His doughty valiance.” Spenser. [ 1913 Webster ]
(n) the qualities of a hero or heroine; exceptional or heroic courage when facing danger (especially in battle), Syn. valour, valorousness, valor, valiance, valiancy, gallantry, Example:he showed great heroism in battle; he received a medal for valor