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chivalry
n[U]
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(a) (in the Middle Ages) ideal qualities expected of a knight, such as courage, honour, courtesy and concern for the weak and helpless (中世纪的)骑士精神(如勇气、 荣誉感、 谦恭及扶助弱小等).
(b) religious, moral and social system of the Middle Ages, based on these qualities 骑士制度
the age of chivalry 骑士制度时代.
2 courtesy and considerate behaviour, esp towards women 谦恭有礼及体贴殷勤(尤指对女子).
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