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Meaning of carpet knight

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

carpet knight

noun

Definitions

  1. (history) One made a knight during a time of peace and therefore for some reason other than military distinction or service.

  2. A knight who enjoys ease and security, or luxury, and has not known the hardships of the field.

  3. One who avoids hard work; a fop; an idler.

  4. A lady's man.