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Chivalry
01
the act of being kind, polite, and courteous to women
02
the medieval principles governing knighthood and knightly conduct
Example
Knights trained rigorously in martial arts and chivalry.
The medieval period saw the rise of chivalry and feudalism in Europe.
As a sign of chivalry, the knight would kneel before the king to pledge allegiance.
Arthurian themes of chivalry, love, and betrayal continue to captivate audiences in modern retellings, demonstrating the timeless appeal of these legendary tales.
The troubadours of medieval Europe traveled from town to town, singing ballads of love and chivalry.