knighthood

[ nahyt-hood ]

noun

1. the rank or dignity of a knight:

   to confer knighthood upon him.

2. the profession or vocation of a knight.
3. knightly character or qualities.
4. the body of knights.

knighthood

/ ˈnaɪthʊd /

noun

1. the order, dignity, or rank of a knight
2. the qualities of a knight; knightliness
3. knights collectively

Word History and Origins

Origin of knighthood¹

before 900; Middle English knighthod, Old English cnihthād. See knight, -hood

Example Sentences

He has won 165 races since the start of his professional career in 2005, including 17 stages in the Giro d'Italia and three in the Vuelta a Espana, and received a knighthood in October.

From BBC

Sir Mark Cavendish says he is still committed to completing his 2024 race schedule after receiving his knighthood at Windsor Castle.

From BBC

In Britain, Dame is a title equivalent to a knighthood, “properly a name of respect or a title equivalent to lady” in status, instructs Brittanica.com.

From Salon

Campaigner and former subpostmaster Sir Alan Bates said he will put his knighthood to “good use” after receiving it in a ceremony at Windsor Castle.

From BBC

With chat like this, surely the knighthood is now secured.

From BBC