the GNU version of the Collaborative International Dictionary of English
n. Hardihood; boldness; courage; energetic action.
The Century Dictionary and Cyclopedia
n. Courage; daring; hardihood.
n. A bold exploit.
Word Usage
"Thairfoir lett thy Grace tack hardiment and authoritie, quhilk thow hes of God, and suffer nott thair crewell persecutioun to procead, without audience geving to him that is accused, and just place of defence."