lancelot
Definition
- Proper noun:
- A knight of the Round Table: In Arthurian legend, Lancelot is one of the most famous and skilled knights of King Arthur's court, a member of the fellowship of the Round Table.
- The lover of Guinevere: According to many versions of the legend, Lancelot becomes the secret lover of Queen Guinevere, King Arthur's wife, which leads to conflict and tragedy.
Examples of Usage
- Proper noun:
- Sir Lancelot was renowned for his courage and skill in battle.
- The story of Lancelot and Guinevere is a central tragedy in the Arthurian cycle.
Advanced Usage
"Lancelot du Lac": A frequent epithet meaning "Lancelot of the Lake," referring to his upbringing by the Lady of the Lake.
- In many tales, Lancelot du Lac is raised by the mystical Lady of the Lake.
To be described as a "Lancelot": Used figuratively to describe a man who is chivalrous, brave, and romantically devoted.
- He acted like a modern Lancelot, always defending her honor.
Variants and Related Words
- Lancelotic (adj, rare): Pertaining to or characteristic of Lancelot.
- The poet described the knight's deeds in Lancelotic terms.
Synonyms
- Knight-errant: A medieval knight wandering in search of adventure.
- Paragon of chivalry: A perfect example of a knightly code of conduct.
Related Phrases
- Lancelot's sin: A reference to his adulterous love for Guinevere, often seen as the flaw that leads to the fall of Camelot.
- The kingdom's downfall began with Lancelot's sin.
Related Idioms
- A Lancelot complex: A modern, informal term describing a man who feels compelled to rescue women or be a perfect, chivalrous hero.
- He has a bit of a Lancelot complex, always trying to save every damsel in distress.
Noun
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(Arthurian legend) one of the knights of the Round Table; friend of King Arthur until (according to some versions of the legend) he became the lover of Arthur's wife Guinevere
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