knighthood
Use Knighthood in a sentence
hʊd noun
1.
the rank or dignity of a knight: to confer knighthood upon him.
2.
the profession or vocation of a knight.
3.
knightly character or qualities.
4.
the body of knights.
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knighthood (ˈnaɪthʊd) ![[Click for IPA pronunciation guide]](http://static.sfdict.com/dictstatic/g/d/dictionary_questionbutton_default.gif) | |
| —n | |
| 1. | the order, dignity, or rank of a knight |
| 2. | the qualities of a knight; knightliness |
| 3. | knights collectively |
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Example sentences from the web
With his promotion to general came a knighthood when he was made kcb.
A baronet is styled sir, but a baronetcy is not considered an order of knighthood.
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