Knighthood

Pronunciation: /ˈnaɪtˌhʊd/

Knighthood (noun)

  1. The rank or title given to a knight, often for bravery or service.
  2. The state or condition of being recognized as a knight.

Examples

  • He received the knighthood for his bravery in battle.
  • She enjoyed the prestige that came with her knighthood.

Common collocations: receive knighthood, grant knighthood, achieve knighthood, lose knighthood