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noun • originally a person of noble birth trained to arms and chivalry; today in Great Britain a person honored by the sovereign for personal merit • a chessman shaped to resemble the head of a horse; can move two squares horizontally and one vertically (or vice versa) verb • raise (someone) to knighthood | ||||||||
| 47% | 8 | An embrace, kiss or a tap on each shoulder with a sword marking the bestowing of knighthood, thus a high award granted as an honour | ||||||
noun • a tangible symbol signifying approval or distinction | ||||||||
| 36% | 15 | Special status or honour given to someone or something | ||||||
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Special Thing Being Welcomed By Monarch Bestowing Honour Crossword Clue
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KNIGHTING which was last seen in the The Guardian Cryptic crossword.
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KNIGHTING
Updated: October 14, 2023
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