chevalier
/ˌʃɛvəˈlɪr/
noun
- A knight or a member of certain orders of knighthood or merit, especially in France.
- The museum displayed a medal given to a chevalier of the Legion of Honor.
- He was awarded the title of chevalier for his service to the arts.
- The chevalier rode into the tournament wearing shining armor.
- A chivalrous or gallant man; a gentleman.
- In the old stories, the chevalier always defended the weak.
- He was known as a chevalier among his friends for his polite manners.
- Her date acted like a true chevalier, opening doors and pulling out her chair.
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