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/ka.va.lje/

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Translation

rider, horseman; dance partner

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Word origin

From Italian cavaliere, from Late Latin caballarius ('horseman'), from caballus ('horse'). English 'cavalier' and 'cavalry' come from the same word.

Origin
Italian
Root
cavaliere
English cognates
cavalier, cavalry

Grammar

Gendermasculine
Pluralcavaliers

Examples

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The rider clears the jump without any trouble.

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The riders move slowly along the road.

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She is looking for a partner for the ball.

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This young rider has a very good seat.

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The riders crossed the river.

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This word is taught in chapter 31, lesson 11: cavalier, exiger, règlement and 7 more words.