What is another word for Knighting?

Pronunciation: [nˈa͡ɪtɪŋ] (IPA)

Knighting is the act of conferring a knighthood on a person. It is a formal and grand ceremony that has been carried out for numerous centuries. There are several synonyms that can be used in place of the word "knighting." For example, "dubbing" is an alternate term that is widely used. Other words that can be used as synonyms for knighting include "installing," "bestowing" and "conferring" and "proclaiming". These synonyms perfectly capture the essence of what it means to become a knight by emphasizing that the act is an important and significant one, and that it is an honour to receive such an accolade.

What are the hypernyms for Knighting?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

Usage examples for Knighting

Of the actual ceremony of the Knighting of Mr. Drake they had a very fair view, though the figures were little and far away.
"By What Authority?"
Robert Hugh Benson
But when master Robin was made knight he spake thus to his lord: "Sir, ye have made me knight; and true it is that against the peril of death I vowed me to the road unto Saint Jamesward on the morrow of my Knighting; wherefore I pray thee take it not in dudgeon if to- morrow morn I must needs go my ways so soon as I shall have wedded thy fair daughter; whereas in nowise will I break mine oath."
"Old French Romances"
William Morris
The next day the ceremony of Knighting was performed with all solemnity, and at its close a great banquet was prepared and all men made merry.
"Hero-Myths & Legends of the British Race"
Maud Isabel Ebbutt

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