knighthood
What is another word for knighthood? Here is its meaning, with related words and examples.
Noun — The honour and rank of being made a knight.
We haven't recorded synonyms for knighthood yet. You can still read its full definition, where it comes from, or words that rhyme with it.
How to use knighthood
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
awarded a knighthood
receive a knighthood
Etymology
From knight plus the -hood ending, tracing back to Old English cnihthād.
Full origin of knighthood →Frequently asked questions
What does “knighthood” mean?
The word “knighthood” means the honour and rank of being made a knight. In plain terms, the title or status of being a knight.
How do you use “knighthood” in a sentence?
Here is “knighthood” used in a sentence: “He received his knighthood at Buckingham Palace.”
What part of speech is “knighthood”?
“Knighthood” is a noun.
Where does the word “knighthood” come from?
The word “knighthood” comes from Old English. From knight plus the -hood ending, tracing back to Old English cnihthād.
How many meanings does “knighthood” have?
“Knighthood” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: the honour and rank of being made a knight.
