Knightly Definition

knightly
adjective
  1. characteristic of the time of chivalry and knighthood in the Middle Ages; "chivalric rites"; "the knightly years"
  2. being attentive to women like an ideal knight

"Knightly" in song lyrics

See how knightly is used in real songs:

  • "kiera knightly"
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  • "keira knightly"
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  • "kyra knightly"
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Usage tips for "knightly"

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