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KNIGHTING

(noun, verb)
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There are 3 meanings of the word Knighting.

Knighting - as a 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

Hypernyms (Closely Related)
male aristocrat
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

A chessman shaped to resemble the head of a horse; can move two squares horizontally and one vertically (or vice versa)

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
horse8

Knighting - as a verb

Raise (someone) to knighthood

Example: "The beatles were knighted"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
dub6

Example Sentences

"The knighting of Sir Lancelot was a grand ceremony."
"The knighting of the young squire brought tears of joy to his parents."
"The king performed the knighting of the brave warrior."
"After his knighting, Sir Galahad became known for his chivalry."
"The knighting of the knight-elect took place in the royal chapel."
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Word Game Points

Is KNIGHTING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, knighting is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

KNIGHTING has a SCRABBLE points total of 18.

Is KNIGHTING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, knighting is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
KNIGHTING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 21.

Is KNIGHTING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, knighting is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
KNIGHTING has a WORDFEUD points total of 20.

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