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Meaning of "chevalier" in the English dictionary

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ETYMOLOGY OF THE WORD CHEVALIER

From Old French, from Medieval Latin caballārius horseman, cavalier.
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PRONUNCIATION OF CHEVALIER

chevalier  [ˌʃɛˈvælɪə] play
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GRAMMATICAL CATEGORY OF CHEVALIER

noun
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pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
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Chevalier is a noun.
A noun is a type of word the meaning of which determines reality. Nouns provide the names for all things: people, objects, sensations, feelings, etc.

WHAT DOES CHEVALIER MEAN IN ENGLISH?

Chevalier

Chevalier is a class of membership in a French or Belgian Order of Chivalry or order of merit. ▪ a member of certain male orders of knighthood or merit; an archaic word for knight; a chivalrous man; a gallant or courtly gentleman; the term is derived from Old French, from Medieval Latin caballārius, meaning: horseman, mounted soldier or knight. See "cavalier" ▪ a member of the French Ordre National du Mérite ▪ a rank in the French Ordre des Arts et des Lettres ▪ a rank in the French Legion d'honneur ▪ a member of the French Order of Palmes académiques ▪ the highest honor given to an active member of the Order of DeMolay ▪ a rank in the Belgian Order of Leopold ▪ a rank in the Belgian Order of the Crown ▪ a rank in the Belgian Order of Leopold II ▪ the honorific used to address a person holding the rank of chevalier...

Definition of chevalier in the English dictionary

The first definition of chevalier in the dictionary is a member of certain orders of merit, such as the French Legion of Honour. Other definition of chevalier is a mounted soldier or knight, esp a military cadet. Chevalier is also the lowest title of rank in the old French nobility.

WORDS THAT RHYME WITH CHEVALIER


amelia
əˈmiːlɪə
Australia
ɒˈstreɪlɪə
clear
klɪə
dallier
ˈdælɪə
earlier
ˈɜːlɪə
familiar
fəˈmɪlɪə
Gallia
ˈɡælɪə
Leah
ˈlɪə
leer
lɪə
magnolia
mæɡˈnəʊlɪə
memorabilia
ˌmɛmərəˈbɪlɪə
Mongolia
mɒŋˈɡəʊlɪə
nuclear
ˈnjuːklɪə
pallia
ˈpælɪə
prothallia
prəʊˈθælɪə
rallier
ˈrælɪə
rosalia
rəʊˈzælɪə
sallier
ˈsælɪə
shilly-shallier
ˈʃɪlɪˈʃælɪə
Somalia
səʊˈmɑːlɪə

WORDS THAT BEGIN LIKE CHEVALIER

cheval glass
cheval-de-frise
chevalet
chevaux-de-frise
chevelure
cheven
cheverel
chevesaile
chevet
chevied
chevies
cheville
Cheviot
Cheviot Hills
chevisance
Chevra Kadisha
chevre
chevret
chevrette
chevron

WORDS THAT END LIKE CHEVALIER

Allier
animalier
atelier
cavalier
chandelier
collier
Duvalier
escalier
espalier
hotelier
lavalier
lier
mealier
Montpellier
multiplier
outlier
pedalier
scalier
sommelier
supplier

Synonyms and antonyms of chevalier in the English dictionary of synonyms

SYNONYMS

Translation of «chevalier» into 25 languages

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TRANSLATION OF CHEVALIER

Find out the translation of chevalier to 25 languages with our English multilingual translator.
The translations of chevalier from English to other languages presented in this section have been obtained through automatic statistical translation; where the essential translation unit is the word «chevalier» in English.

Translator English - Chinese

其士
1,325 millions of speakers

Translator English - Spanish

chevalier
570 millions of speakers

English

chevalier
510 millions of speakers

Translator English - Hindi

शेवेलियर
380 millions of speakers
ar

Translator English - Arabic

شوفالييه
280 millions of speakers

Translator English - Russian

шевалье
278 millions of speakers

Translator English - Portuguese

chevalier
270 millions of speakers

Translator English - Bengali

অশ্বারোহী সৈনিক
260 millions of speakers

Translator English - French

chevalier
220 millions of speakers

Translator English - Malay

Chevalier
190 millions of speakers

Translator English - German

Chevalier
180 millions of speakers

Translator English - Japanese

シュバリエ
130 millions of speakers

Translator English - Korean

슈발리에
85 millions of speakers

Translator English - Javanese

Chevalier
85 millions of speakers
vi

Translator English - Vietnamese

hiệp si
80 millions of speakers

Translator English - Tamil

குதிரை வீரன்
75 millions of speakers

Translator English - Marathi

गुहेरी
75 millions of speakers

Translator English - Turkish

şövalye
70 millions of speakers

Translator English - Italian

chevalier
65 millions of speakers

Translator English - Polish

Chevalier
50 millions of speakers

Translator English - Ukrainian

шевальє
40 millions of speakers

Translator English - Romanian

Chevalier
30 millions of speakers
el

Translator English - Greek

chevalier
15 millions of speakers
af

Translator English - Afrikaans

chevalier
14 millions of speakers
sv

Translator English - Swedish

chevalier
10 millions of speakers
no

Translator English - Norwegian

chevalier
5 millions of speakers

Trends of use of chevalier

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TENDENCIES OF USE OF THE TERM «CHEVALIER»

The term «chevalier» is very widely used and occupies the 21.678 position in our list of most widely used terms in the English dictionary.
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FREQUENCY OF USE OF THE TERM «CHEVALIER» OVER TIME

The graph expresses the annual evolution of the frequency of use of the word «chevalier» during the past 500 years. Its implementation is based on analysing how often the term «chevalier» appears in digitalised printed sources in English between the year 1500 and the present day.

Examples of use in the English literature, quotes and news about chevalier

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10 ENGLISH BOOKS RELATING TO «CHEVALIER»

Discover the use of chevalier in the following bibliographical selection. Books relating to chevalier and brief extracts from same to provide context of its use in English literature.
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The Chevalier de Saint-Georges: Virtuoso of the Sword and ...
His reputation as a musician was further enhanced when he became the conductor of the leading orchestra in Paris.
Gabriel Banat, 2006
2
Luxury China: Market Opportunities and Potential
This book covers topics such as: Chinese luxury consumer behaviors and their preferences possible market entrance strategies elective retailing successful communication and advertising strategies effective campaigns against counterfeits in ...
Michel Chevalier, Pierre Xiao Lu, 2011
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Luxury Brand Management: A World of Privilege
They have developed the concepts as well as the creative practices of luxury marketing to demonstrate the multi-channel process of 'luxury brand management.' This book provides a proactive experience in strategic business thinking." —Dr.
Michel Chevalier, Gerald Mazzalovo, 2012
4
Girl With a Pearl Earring
An international bestseller with over two million copies sold, this is a story of an artist’s desire for beauty and the ultimate corruption of innocence.
Tracy Chevalier, 2009
5
Remarkable Creatures
On a windswept English beach in the early 19th century, two women make discoveries that change the world. And in so doing find friendship, pride - and trouble.
Tracy Chevalier, 2010
6
The Last Runaway
The stunning new novel from the bestselling author of Girl with a Pearl Earring.
Tracy Chevalier, 2013
7
A dictionary of symbols
Discusses symbolism in folklore, art, and literature
Jean Chevalier, Alain Gheerbrant, 1996
8
Falling Angels: A Novel
Graced with the luminous imagery that distinguished Girl With a Pearl Earring, Falling Angels is another dazzling tour de force from this "master of voices" (The New York Times Book Review). A Book Sense 76 pick.
Tracy Chevalier, 2002
9
A Manager's Guide to Improving Workplace Performance
Practical and authoritative, this book offers a positive, yet realistic solution for one of the greatest workplace challenges facing managers.
Roger Chevalier, 2007
10
The Virgin Blue: A Novel
As the novel unfolds—alternating between Ella's story and that of Isabelle du Moulin four hundred years earlier—a common thread emerges that unexpectedly links the two women.
Tracy Chevalier, 2003

10 NEWS ITEMS WHICH INCLUDE THE TERM «CHEVALIER»

Find out what the national and international press are talking about and how the term chevalier is used in the context of the following news items.
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D-Day bravery is recognised by French allies after 71 years
Mr Burton's medal arrived with the letter and he entered the ranks of the Ordre national de la Légion d'Honneur as Chevalier. «shropshirestar.com, Jul 15»
2
What's on TV Tuesday
... opalescent as her earring, but the movie is opaque,” Elvis Mitchell wrote in The Times about this adaptation of the novel by Tracy Chevalier. «New York Times, Jul 15»
3
Gay Marriage Ruling May Help Attract, Retain Talent
Paris Chevalier, chief marketing officer for the $933 million Xceed ... for us in attracting and retaining top quality talent,” Chevalier said. «Credit Union Times, Jul 15»
4
Keeping the hangi fires burning
If you had never heard the one about the Irishman, the German and the Sikh, Te Mahurehure Community Marae in Pt Chevalier on Sunday was ... «New Zealand Herald, Jul 15»
5
LOVE ME TONIGHT – 1932 Musical Screens at The Hi-Pointe …
Maurice Courtelin, a Parisian tailor (Maurice Chevalier), is owed a great sum of money by a viscount (Charles Ruggles). Stalling for time, the ... «We Are Movie Geeks, Jul 15»
6
'Who's who' line-up at London sale
... while the Burgundian collection features 1990 Musigny from J-F Mugnier, 1993 Chambertin from Denis Mortet, 1990 Chevalier Montrachet ... «The Drinks Business, Jul 15»
7
Burgundy and Champagne Vineyards Are Officially Cultural Treasures
“We are delighted by the decision, which reflects eight years of hard work, raising awareness and mobilizing communities,” Claude Chevalier, ... «Wine Spectator, Jul 15»
8
R.N. Chevalier Launches ARE WE THE KLINGONS
R.N. Chevalier, a veteran, musician; previous factory worker, truck driver, mover, private investigator, and fire suppression equipment service ... «Broadway World, Jul 15»
9
Revelator Coffee Company opens in New Orleans' Warehouse District
The tiny shop is the third cafe from co-founders Liz Pogue, Emma Chevalier and Josh Owen. The idea for the company was born in New ... «bestofneworleans.com, Jul 15»
10
Crowdfund Greece's debt? What to know before you do
Under the settlement, defendant Erik Chevalier is prohibited from deceptive representations in future crowdfunding campaigns, and must ... «CNBC, Jul 15»

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