Meanings of bred courtesy in English

The tone observed on both sides was full of high- bred courtesy.

His attitude was a mixture of well- bred courtesy and languid boredom.

The keynote of his character, socially, seemed to be self-effacement, high- bred courtesy, never-failing consideration for others.

With high- bred courtesy they patiently listened to all that Mary had to say, and when the storm had spent itself they turned and noiselessly retired.

"Monsieur," said he, with an air of high- bred courtesy, "I infinitely regret this unpleasant affair and I thank you for your perfect magnanimity."