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| chiv·al·ry [ shívvəlree ] |
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1. qualities of ideal knight: the combination of qualities expected of the ideal medieval knight, especially courage, honor, loyalty, and consideration for others, especially women
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2. chivalrous behavior: considerate and courteous behavior, especially shown by a man toward women
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3. medieval knighthood: the medieval concept of knighthood, and the customs, practices, social system, and religious and personal ideals associated with knights and their way of life
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4. group of knights: knights, noblemen, or armed mounted soldiers, collectively or in a group
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| [13th century. Via Old French chevalerie< medieval Latin caballerius< Latin caballus "horse"] |
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