over-gallant

over-gallant
   making an unwanted sexual approach to a female
   Literally, in this sense, being too polished in behaviour:
    Sammy was... How shall I put it? I think the kindest way would be 'over-gallant'. (Boyd, 1982)
   See also gallant.

How not to say what you mean: A dictionary of euphemisms. . 2014.

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