knightA man who served his sovereign or lord as a mounted soldier in armor.
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A man who served his sovereign or lord as a mounted soldier in armor."Rinaldo, a brave knight, is one of the key characters in Orlando Furioso."
chivalryThe medieval system, principles, and customs of knighthood.
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The medieval knightly system with its religious, moral, and social code."Chivalry is a prevalent theme in Orlando Furioso."
epicA long poem, typically derived from ancient oral tradition, telling the deeds and adventures of heroic or legendary figures or the history of a nation.
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A long poem, typically one derived from ancient oral tradition, narrating the deeds and adventures of heroic or legendary figures or the past history of a nation."Orlando Furioso is considered an epic due to its length and narrative style."
romanceA feeling, emotion, or excitement associated with love.
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A feeling of excitement and mystery associated with love."Orlando's romance with Angelica forms one of the central plots of Orlando Furioso."
alchemyThe medieval forerunner of chemistry, concerned with the transmutation of matter, in particular attempts to convert base metals into gold or find a universal elixir.
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A seemingly magical process of transformation, creation, or combination."Alchemy is often referred to in Orlando Furioso, reflecting the time period in which the epic was written."