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Chivalrous Definition & Meaning

chivalrous
adjective
  1. being attentive to women like an ideal knight

"Chivalrous" in song lyrics

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  • "The brothers in the hood be chivalrous"
    Rage Against the Machine — Pistol-Grip Pump
  • "The brothers in the hood be Chivalrous"
    Volume 10 — Pistol Grip Pump
  • "how to be chivalrous"
    AOL — AOL

Usage tips for "chivalrous"

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Frequently asked questions

What does chivalrous mean?
being attentive to women like an ideal knight
What part of speech is chivalrous?
Chivalrous is an adjective.

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