Meaning Of The Word Order of the Garter

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Order of the Garter in American English
the highest order of British knighthood, instituted c. 1344 by Edward III
noun: the highest order of British knighthood, instituted by Edward III about 1348

Order of the Garter in British English
noun: the highest order of English knighthood, open to women since 1987. It consists of the sovereign, 24 knight companions, and extra members created by statute

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