knight-errantry Meaning, Definition & Usage

Knight"-er`rant*ry noun

Wordforms

plural Knight-errantries

Definitions

1. The character or actions of wandering knights; the practice of wandering in quest of adventures; chivalry; a quixotic or romantic adventure or scheme.

   The rigid guardian [i. e., conscience] of a blameless heart Is weak with rank knight-erratries o'errun. Young.