noun

chivalry

chivalry

He was praised for his chivalry and courage.

He was praised for his chivalry and courage.

Some people say that chivalry is dead.

Some people say that chivalry is dead.

chivalry (uncountable noun) the qualities of a knight, such as courage and politeness He acted with great chivalry.

Synonyms: gallantry, courtesy, politeness

From Old French 'chevalerie', from 'chevalier' (knight), from 'cheval' (horse).

Think of a knight on a 'cheval' (French for horse) behaving with chivalry.

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