knight-errant
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knight–er·rant

noun \ˈnīt-ˈer-ənt\
plural knights–errant

Definition of KNIGHT-ERRANT

: a knight traveling in search of adventures in which to exhibit military skill, prowess, and generosity

First Known Use of KNIGHT-ERRANT

14th century

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