bachelor-at-arms

noun

Meaning

A knight of the lowest rank who served under the banner of a superior lord rather than carrying his own.

Examples

The young bachelor-at-arms proved his bravery in the skirmish near the border.
Only a seasoned bachelor-at-arms could command such respect among the infantry.

Synonyms: knight, man-at-arms, cavalier, esquire

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bachelor-at-arms

noun

Pronunciation: /ˈbætʃ.əl.ər.æt.ɑːrmz/

Definition

A knight of the lowest rank who served under the banner of a superior lord rather than carrying his own.

Examples

The young bachelor-at-arms proved his bravery in the skirmish near the border.
Only a seasoned bachelor-at-arms could command such respect among the infantry.

Synonyms of bachelor-at-arms

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