gentleman

a gentleman's agreement an arrangement or understanding which is based on the trust of both or all parties, rather than being legally binding.

1991Charles AndersonGrain: Entrepreneurs There had been a 'gentleman's agreement' by the Grain Growers not to enter the markets of Saskatchewan Wheat Pool's predecessor.

the little gentleman in the velvet coat the mole. humorous

☞ This expression was a toast used by the Jacobites, supporters of the deposed James II and his descendants in their claim to the British throne. It referred to the belief that the death of King William III resulted from complications following a fall from his horse when it stumbled over a molehill. The phrase is found in various other forms, including the wee gentleman in black velvet.

词组	gentleman
释义	gentleman a gentleman's agreement an arrangement or understanding which is based on the trust of both or all parties, rather than being legally binding. 1991Charles AndersonGrain: Entrepreneurs There had been a 'gentleman's agreement' by the Grain Growers not to enter the markets of Saskatchewan Wheat Pool's predecessor. the little gentleman in the velvet coat the mole. humorous ☞ This expression was a toast used by the Jacobites, supporters of the deposed James II and his descendants in their claim to the British throne. It referred to the belief that the death of King William III resulted from complications following a fall from his horse when it stumbled over a molehill. The phrase is found in various other forms, including the wee gentleman in black velvet.
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