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chivalry

/ˈʃɪvəlɹi/

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noun

Кавалерия

Cavalry; horsemen armed for battle.

Examples :

"The king's chivalry, composed of the bravest horsemen, protected the royal family. "

Кавалерия короля, состоящая из самых храбрых всадников, защищала королевскую семью.

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Рыцарство

The fact or condition of being a knight; knightly skill, prowess.

Examples :

"The young knight displayed great chivalry in helping the elderly woman carry her groceries. "

Молодой рыцарь проявил великое рыцарство, помогая пожилой женщине нести ее продукты.

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Рыцарство

The ethical code of the knight prevalent in Medieval Europe, having such primary virtues as mercy towards the poor and oppressed, humility, honour, sacrifice, fear of God, faithfulness, courage and utmost graciousness and courtesy to ladies.

Examples :

"Even though times have changed, many people still value chivalry, like a man opening the door for a woman or offering his seat on the bus to someone elderly. "

Несмотря на то, что времена изменились, многие люди по-прежнему ценят рыцарство, например, когда мужчина открывает дверь женщине или предлагает свое место в автобусе пожилому человеку.

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Рыцарство, благородство

Courtesy, respect and honourable conduct between opponents in wartime.

Examples :

"The knights displayed chivalry during the jousting competition, treating each other with respect even though they were rivals. "

Рыцари проявили благородство во время турнира, относясь друг к другу с уважением, несмотря на то, что были соперниками.

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Рыцарство, галантность

Courteous behaviour, especially that of men towards women.

Examples :

"His offer to carry her groceries up the stairs was a simple act of chivalry. "

Его предложение отнести ее продукты наверх по лестнице было простым проявлением галантности.

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Рыцарство

A tenure of lands by knightly service.

Examples :

"The knightly chivalry of the land granted him the right to farm the estate. "

Рыцарство этой земли предоставило ему право обрабатывать поместье.

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