brute courage; reckless bravery
Rare literary term for courage that is more physical than moral, often implying a lack of wisdom or refinement. Not used in everyday speech.
His actions were nothing more than brute courage, and cannot be called true bravery.
Compound of 小 (small, petty) and 勇 (courage). The exact historical origin is uncertain, but it follows a classical Chinese pattern contrasting 小勇 with 大勇 (great courage).