chivalric

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Pronunciation

• (British) IPA: /ˈʃɪvl̩ɹɪk/

Adjective

chivalric

1. of, or relating to chivalry
   • 1951, Adrienne Rich, Aunt Jennifer's Tigers

     Aunt Jennifer's tigers prance across a screen,
     Bright topaz denizens of a world of green.
     They do not fear the men beneath the tree;
     They pace in sleek chivalric certainty.

2. gallant and respectful, especially to women

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