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chivalry |
the qualities expected of an ideal knight during the Middle Ages in Europe. These included courage, honor, politeness, and being prepared to help those in need. |
joust |
a real or pretend fight between two knights on horseback. Each knight tries to knock the other off his horse with a lance. [1/2 definitions] |
knight |
a soldier on horseback in the Middle Ages. A knight had to serve as an apprentice and follow many rules. [2/4 definitions] |
knighthood |
the position held by a knight. |
sir |
(capitalized) a title of honor for a knight used with his name. [1/2 definitions] |
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