knight
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/naɪt/
mounted soldier
Etymology
Etymology Information
'knight' originates from Old English, specifically the word 'cniht,' where 'cniht' meant 'young man' or 'servant.'
Historical Evolution
'cniht' transformed into the Middle English word 'knight,' and eventually became the modern English word 'knight.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'young man' or 'servant,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'mounted soldier in armor.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a man who served his sovereign or lord as a mounted soldier in armor.
The knight rode bravely into battle.
Synonyms
Noun 2
a chess piece, typically with a horse's head, that moves in an L-shape.
He moved his knight to capture the opponent's bishop.
Idioms
Last updated: 2025/01/19 00:51