Term: chivalry

Chivalry (noun) /ˈʃɪv.əl.ri/:

1. The system of behavior followed by knights in the medieval period, including honor, bravery, and courtesy. LV: bruņnieciskums, bruņinieku kodekss.
2. Very polite, honest, and kind behavior, especially by men towards women. LV: galantums, pieklājība.

Example sentences:

1. The stories of King Arthur are centered around the ideals of chivalry and justice.
2. “I thought chivalry was dead,” she joked when he held the door open for her.
3. In a professional setting, chivalry often translates to basic professional courtesy and respect for colleagues.