Chivalry
(noun)
- The medieval knightly system with its religious, moral, and social code.
- The qualities of a knight, such as honor, bravery, and courtesy.
- Courteous behavior, especially that of a man toward women.
Origin:
The word "chivalry" is derived from the old french word "chevalerie" meaning "knighthood". it is first recorded in english in the 14th century.
Examples:
- The code of chivalry required knights to be brave and to protect the weak.
- He had a strong sense of chivalry and always opened doors for ladies.
- The concept of chivalry is often associated with the Middle Ages.
- Chivalry is often considered as a gentlemanly behavior.
- Chivalry is not dead, it's just different now than it was in the past.