n. 1. A member of certain male orders of knighthood or merit, such as the Legion of Honor in France. 2. a. A French nobleman of the lowest rank. b. Used as a title for such a nobleman. 3. A knight. 4. A chivalrous man. [Middle English chevaler, from Old French chevalier, from Late Latin caballārius, horseman; see CAVALIER.] |
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French actor and singer best known for his cabaret appearances and his role in the musical film Gigi (1958). |
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