knighthood

[nahyt-hood]

noun

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.

knighthood

/ ˈnaɪthʊd /

noun

1. the order, dignity, or rank of a knight

2. the qualities of a knight; knightliness

3. knights collectively

Word History and Origins

Origin of knighthood¹

before 900; Middle English knighthod, Old English cnihthād. See knight, -hood

Example Sentences

Andrew will also lose his Order of the Garter, the most senior knighthood in the British realm.

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James Anderson, England's leading Test wicket-taker of all time, has received a knighthood.

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There were also knighthoods exchanged between King Charles and Pope Leo, but at the moment there might be a question about the value of honours.

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Andrew is also relinquishing his other honorary titles, including his membership in the Order of the Royal Garter, the most senior order of knighthood in Britain.

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The 78-year-old CEO bought assets such as the London Eye, received a knighthood for philanthropy and enjoyed audiences with the king.

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