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Collins English-English Dictionary
- chivalry
['ʃɪvəlrɪ]
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1.
n
the combination of qualities expected of an ideal knight, esp courage, honour, justice, and a readiness to help the weak
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2.
n
courteous behaviour, esp towards women
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3.
n
the medieval system and principles of knighthood
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4.
n
knights, noblemen, etc, collectively
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5.
n
[Etymology]
C13: from Old French chevalerie, from chevalier
Examples
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the age of steam/television/chivalry
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蒸汽/电视/骑士时代
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侠骨义胆
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chivalry and loyalty
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