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Squire

Noun / skwaɪr / Another word for squire — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

A young nobleman acting as an attendant to a knight before becoming a knight himself.

Synonyms & similar words

gallant attendant page esquire gentleman assistant companion follower helper servant valet adjutant aid aide-de-camp ally assistant helper partner protégé sidekick supporter

Synonyms by register

Formal

attendant protégé apprentice follower

Informal

sidekick buddy pal mate

Literary

page varlet henchman

Antonyms

master lord commander leader superior head

Common collocations

  • squire's duty
  • act as squire
  • a loyal squire
  • the knight's squire
  • his squire
  • the squire of

Word family

noun squire
verb squire

Usage note

Historically, a squire was a knight's attendant. In modern usage, it can refer to a companion or escort, often in a more informal or even slightly archaic sense.

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Example sentences

  1. The squire helped the knight put on his armor.
  2. The squire took care of the knight's horse.
  3. The squire was eager to become a knight himself.
  4. The squire accompanied the knight on his travels.
  5. The squire trained with the knight to become a skilled fighter.

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