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No. 128
In my humble opinion, a gentleman can't truly be defined externally. Those whom appear to be a gentleman may not be, and vice-versa. However, I think there are some qualities a man of stature could have and indeed be called a "gentleman".
A gentleman must always take care of himself to ensure that he is happy, but do it in a way that fits his morals and sense of honor. He must also take care of those whom he cares about-- not to the point of being depended upon blindly, of course, but in a show of kindness and respect. Sternness is also a factor, on the other side of the coin, and both kindness and sternness when combined form a combination that brings out the best not only in others but in the gentleman himself.
In terms of appearance, my opinion is that a gentleman makes whatever he wears look tidy, professional, and clean. His preferred choice of clothing is his alone, as long as it isn't slovenly or disheveled. Every gentleman is different, yet handle themselves in a manner befitting of being called a "gentleman".
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