Dictionary
knight•hood
Pronunciation: (nīt'hood), [key]—
n.
1. the rank or dignity of a knight:
to confer knighthood upon him.
2. the profession or vocation of a knight.
3. knightly character or qualities.
4. the body of knights.
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