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ritarillisuus — meaning in English

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English meaning

  • chivalry noun The medieval code of conduct for knights, built around honour, courage, mercy, and courtesy.
  • gallantry noun Great courage, especially in battle or under difficult circumstances.

Senses

ritarillisuus is used for these senses in English:

  • gallantry chivalrous courtliness, especially towards women.

chivalry — full definition

  1. noun The medieval code of conduct for knights, built around honour, courage, mercy, and courtesy.
  2. noun Polite, considerate, and protective behaviour, especially of men toward women.

gallantry — full definition

  1. noun Great courage, especially in battle or under difficult circumstances.
  2. noun Old-fashioned, courteous, chivalrous behavior toward women.

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