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knight–errant
noun knight–er·rant \ˈnīt-ˈer-ənt\
: a knight who traveled in search of adventures in the Middle Ages
plural knights–errant
Full Definition of KNIGHT-ERRANT
: a knight traveling in search of adventures in which to exhibit military skill, prowess, and generosity
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First Known Use of KNIGHT-ERRANT
14th century
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