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chivalry
[ shiv-uhl-ree ]
noun
- the sum of the ideal qualifications of a knight, including courtesy, generosity, valor, and dexterity in arms.
- the rules and customs of medieval knighthood.
- the medieval system or institution of knighthood.
- a group of knights.
- gallant warriors or gentlemen:
fair ladies and noble chivalry.
- Archaic. a chivalrous act; gallant deed.
chivalry
/ ˈʃɪ±¹É™±ô°ùɪ /
noun
- the combination of qualities expected of an ideal knight, esp courage, honour, justice, and a readiness to help the weak
- courteous behaviour, esp towards women
- the medieval system and principles of knighthood
- knights, noblemen, etc, collectively
chivalry
- The methods of training and standards of behavior for knights in the Middle Ages . The code of chivalry emphasized bravery, military skill, generosity in victory, piety, and courtesy to women. ( Compare courtly love .)
Derived Forms
- ˈ³¦³ó¾±±¹²¹±ô°ù¾±³¦, adjective
Other ˜yÐÄvlog Forms
- ³Ü²Ô·³¦³ó¾±±¹î€ƒa±ô·°ù²â noun
˜yÐÄvlog History and Origins
˜yÐÄvlog History and Origins
Origin of chivalry1
Example Sentences
Feminists have long argued that "chivalry" is just another form of male domination, disguised as benevolence.
"John’s life was a testament to resilience. His lifelong beliefs and values included forgiveness, chivalry, truthfulness and optimism," a spokesperson added.
Kirk is just pulling the tired old right-wing trick of trying to spin his desire to control women as "chivalry."
“There are tales of chivalry, where the heroic knight saves the damsel in distress,†a young woman’s voice intones as “Damsel†begins.
On our phone catch-up the following day, she confessed that even though she was a well-educated, liberal woman, she longed for more chivalry.
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