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Nov 27, 2009
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chiv•al•ry



Pronunciation: (shiv'ul-rē), [key]
—n.,
—pl. -ries for 6.
1. the sum of the ideal qualifications of a knight, including courtesy, generosity, valor, and dexterity in arms.
2. the rules and customs of medieval knighthood.
3. the medieval system or institution of knighthood.
4. a group of knights.
5. gallant warriors or gentlemen: fair ladies and noble chivalry.
6. Archaic.a chivalrous act; gallant deed.

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