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knighthood
[nahyt-hood ]
noun
- the rank or dignity of a knight:
to confer knighthood upon him.
- the profession or vocation of a knight.
- knightly character or qualities.
- the body of knights.
knighthood
/ ˈnaɪthʊd /
noun
- the order, dignity, or rank of a knight
- the qualities of a knight; knightliness
- knights collectively
Word History and Origins
Origin ofknighthood1
Example Sentences
Established in 1783, it was a specific knighthood reserved for those from Ireland.
Composer Sir John Rutter said it was "very special" to receive a knighthood from King Charles at the ceremony on Tuesday because the King was a "music lover".
The analysis of those awarded the 142 most senior honours at New Year - CBEs, Order of the Bath, Companion of Honour, knighthoods and damehoods - reveals a significant regional and social divide:
He died in 1983 aged 75 having been stripped of his knighthood.
Former Wales and British & Irish Lions winger Gerald Davies will also receive a knighthood.
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