chevalerie — 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.
Senses
chevalerie is used for these senses in English:
- chivalry The ethical code of the knight prevalent in Medieval Europe, having such primary virtues as mercy towards the poor and oppressed, humility, honour, sacrifice, fear of God, faithfulness, courage and courtesy to ladies.
chivalry — full definition
- noun The medieval code of conduct for knights, built around honour, courage, mercy, and courtesy.
- noun Polite, considerate, and protective behaviour, especially of men toward women.