Chevalier: meaning, definitions and examples

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chevalier

 

[ สƒษ™หˆvรฆliษ™r ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

historical title

The term 'chevalier' originates from the Old French word for 'knight.' It refers to a mounted soldier or a man who is a member of a knightly order. Historically, chevaliers were granted titles in recognition of their military service or noble status. In contemporary usage, the term can denote an honorific title in certain orders of chivalry. The use of the term can also extend to describing someone who exhibits qualities of honor, courage, and gallantry.

Synonyms

gentleman, knight, noble

Examples of usage

  • He was honored as a chevalier for his bravery in battle.
  • The grand ceremony celebrated the newly appointed chevaliers of the order.
  • In literature, a chevalier often embodies the ideals of chivalry.

Translations

Translations of the word "chevalier" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น cavaleiro

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคฏเฅ‹เคฆเฅเคงเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Ritter

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ ksatria

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ั€ะธั†ะฐั€

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ rycerz

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ้จŽๅฃซ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท chevalier

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ caballero

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท ลŸรถvalye

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๊ธฐ์‚ฌ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ูุงุฑุณ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ rytรญล™

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ rytier

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ้ช‘ๅฃซ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ vitez

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ riddari

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ั€ั‹ั†ะฐั€ัŒ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ แƒแƒ˜แƒœแƒ“แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ cษ™ngavษ™r

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ caballero

Etymology

The word 'chevalier' comes from the Old French 'chevaler', which means 'horseman' or 'knight'. This term is derived from 'cheval', meaning 'horse', which indicates the mobile and cavalry nature of these warriors. 'Chevalier' gained prominence during the medieval period, especially in feudal aristocracy, where knights were integral to military service and noble status. The title has been used in various contexts across different cultures, denoting a title of honor or a member of a chivalric order. Over time, the concept of chivalry evolved, and the term began to embody not only military prowess but also the romantic ideals associated with honor, respect, and courteous behavior towards others.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #26,707, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.