Chivalry (noun)

  1. The medieval knightly system with its religious, moral, and social code.
  2. The qualities of a knight, such as honor, bravery, and courtesy.
  3. 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:

  1. The code of chivalry required knights to be brave and to protect the weak.
  2. He had a strong sense of chivalry and always opened doors for ladies.
  3. The concept of chivalry is often associated with the Middle Ages.
  4. Chivalry is often considered as a gentlemanly behavior.
  5. Chivalry is not dead, it's just different now than it was in the past.
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