chivalry

n. knight's code; gallantry, courtesy, loyalty, bravery

See also Chivalric order Chivalry is a term related to the medieval institution of knighthood. It is usually associated with ideals of knightly virtues, honor and courtly love. The word is derived from the French word chevalier, indicating one who rides a horse (Fr. cheval), though the term has come to signify more than this.
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Noun
1. courtesy towards women
(synonym) gallantry, politesse
(hypernym) courtesy, good manners
2. the medieval principles of knighthood
(hypernym) principle

(n.)
The qualifications or character of knights, as valor, dexterity in arms, courtesy, etc.
  

(n.)
The dignity or system of knighthood; the spirit, usages, or manners of knighthood; the practice of knight-errantry.
  

(n.)
Exploit.
  

(n.)
A tenure of lands by knight's service; that is, by the condition of a knight's performing service on horseback, or of performing some noble or military service to his lord.
  

(n.)
A body or order of cavaliers or knights serving on horseback; illustrious warriors, collectively; cavalry.
  

The collection of virtues belonging to a knight or the description of a virtuous action expected of a knight. Because it describes a set of virtues that changed over the whole medieval period, the meaning of the word evolved and changed over time, eventually merging with the concept of the gentleman . Modern tournament societies strive to embody chivalric character in their memberships, attempting to create different levels of authenticity and ethical standards. See also The Book of the Tournament .