\Gen*til"i*ty\, n. [L. gentilitas the relationship of
those who belong to the same clan, also, heathenism: cf. F.
gentilit['e] heathenism. See {Gentile}.]
1. Good extraction; dignity of birth. --Macaulay.
         He . . . mines my gentility with my education.
                                               --Shak.
2. The quality or qualities appropriate to those who are well
   born, as self-respect, dignity, courage, courtesy,
   politeness of manner, a graceful and easy mien and
   behavior, etc.; good breeding.
3. The class in society who are, or are expected to be,
   genteel; the gentry. [R.] --Sir J. Davies.
4. Paganism; heathenism. [Obs.] --Hooker.