Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
donzel
Noun
/ˈdɒn.zɛl/
Definition
A young nobleman or a young man of gentle birth; a young squire.
Examples
- The donzel practiced his swordsmanship in hopes of becoming a knight one day.
- At the royal court, the donzel was admired for his courage and grace.
Meaning
The term ‘donzel’ refers to a young gentleman or a young man who is not yet of age to be fully recognized as an adult in nobility; it can also indicate a young man of high social status.
Synonyms
- Page
- Squire
- Young gentleman
