Squire

Pronunciation: /skwaɪər/

Definitions of squire

noun a man of high social standing who owns and lives on an estate in a rural area, especially the principal landowner in a village

Example Sentences

A1 The squire helped the knight prepare for battle.

A2 The squire carried the knight's armor and sword.

B1 The squire was responsible for caring for the horses in the stable.

B2 The squire aspired to become a knight himself one day.

C1 The squire accompanied the nobleman on his travels as a trusted companion.

C2 The squire's loyalty and bravery were renowned throughout the kingdom.

Examples of squire in a Sentence

formal The squire was responsible for overseeing the estate's affairs in the absence of the lord.

informal The squire is always seen riding around on his horse, checking on things.

slang I heard the squire is throwing a big party at the manor tonight.

figurative She was the squire of the group, always looking out for everyone and making sure they were taken care of.

Grammatical Forms of squire

• past tense: squired
• plural: squires
• comparative: squierer
• superlative: squirest
• present tense: squires
• future tense: will squire
• perfect tense: have squired
• continuous tense: is squiring
• singular: squire
• positive degree: squire
• infinitive: to squire
• gerund: squiring
• participle: squired

Origin and Evolution of squire

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Old French

Story behind the word: The word 'squire' originated from Old French 'esquier' which meant 'shield bearer' or 'horseman'.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the meaning of 'squire' evolved to refer to a young nobleman attendant upon a knight, and eventually to a country gentleman of a certain social standing.