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Vocabulary Entry
squire
|noun • verb
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N
noun
A young nobleman who is an apprentice to a knight, often serving as a shield bearer or attendant.
Example Sentences
"The young squire trained daily in hopes of becoming a knight."
"In medieval times, every knight had a squire to assist him."
"The squire admired the chivalric values of his mentor."
V
verb
To attend or serve as a squire, especially in a chivalric context.
Example Sentences
"He was determined to squire the knight in all his battles."
"As a squire, he learned the art of combat and horsemanship."
"The young man wanted to squire for the great lord of the region."