Meaning Of The Word Knight errant

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Knight errant Meaning

Knight errant Definition
Knight errant Definition

What's The Definition Of Knight errant?

knight errant in British English
noun: (esp in medieval romance) a knight who wanders in search of deeds of courage, chivalry, etc

knight-errant in American English
a medieval knight wandering in search of adventures, esp. ones allowing him to redress wrongs or show his prowess
noun: a wandering knight; a knight who traveled widely in search of adventures, to exhibit military skill, to engage in chivalric deeds, etc.

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