Chivalric
Pronunciation
- UK IPA: /ˈʃɪvl̩ɹɪk/
Full definition of chivalric
Adjective
chivalric
- of, or relating to chivalry
- 1951, Adrienne Rich, Aunt Jennifer's TigersAunt Jennifer's tigers prance across a screen,
Bright topaz denizens of a world of green.
They do not fear the men beneath the tree;
They pace in sleek chivalric certainty. - gallant and respectful, especially to women