A knight is a person granted an honorary title or rank for service, bravery, or merit. In medieval times, it was also used to refer to a type of warrior who served in armies and fought on horseback.
Usage examples
The knight rode bravely into battle, wielding his sword with precision.
The medieval castle was guarded by a group of loyal knights.
King Arthur's most trusted knight was Sir Lancelot.
The young squire aspired to become a knight one day, serving his lord with honor.
The knight's suit of armor was adorned with intricate engravings and a shining helmet.
But this film reminds those who yearn for the romantic time period of knights in shining armor, the Swinging Sixties or the good old days of childhood that life in a golden era is often seen through rose - colored glasses. (parentpreviews.com)
Whatever white knight of the right faces off against Notley in two years (Kenney? (macleans.ca)
I am not the white knight in shining armor charging his gallant stallion across the field of battle with lance lowered. (sugarmommaclub.com)