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What is the meaning of the word chivalry?

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A medieval knightly system with moral, social, & religious code.
knights, noblemen, and horsemen
Or the ideal qualities of a knight (Courage, justice, knights, strength, etc)

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Definition: the medieval knightly system with its religious, moral, and social code.

Synonyms:knight errantry, courtly manners, knightliness, courtliness, nobility

Etymology:

Middle English: from Old French chevalerie, from medieval Latin caballerius, from late Latin caballarius ‘horseman’
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