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chivalry

🇬🇧 UK/'ʃivәlri/🇺🇸 US
TOEFLGREC2

Definitions

n.

The medieval code of knightly conduct emphasising honour, courage, and courtesy; polite and considerate behaviour, especially towards women

骑士精神;骑士制度;对女性的殷勤礼貌

🧩 Root Breakdown

Root-derived
chivalrhorse, pack horse
+
ycharacterized by
=chivalry

Common Collocations

  • 1.medieval chivalry中世纪骑士精神
  • 2.code of chivalry骑士精神守则

Example Sentences

  • 1.

    The code of chivalry was important in medieval times.

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