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Synonyms of 'knight'

knight

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(noun) 
Definition
(in medieval Europe) a devoted male admirer of a noblewoman, esp. her champion in a jousting tournament
the bright tabards of the knights in armour
Synonyms
cavalier
equestrian
a record performance yet to be beaten by any other British equestrian
horseman
Geraldo was a fine horseman.
gallant
chevalier
champion

idiom

See knight in shining armour
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Additional synonyms

in the sense of equestrian
a record performance yet to be beaten by any other British equestrian
Synonyms
rider,
jockey (archaic),
horseman or woman or person,
horse rider,
knight,
cavalier
in the sense of horseman
Definition
a man who is skilled in riding
Geraldo was a fine horseman.
Synonyms
rider,
equestrian
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