eques
noun
ˈeˌkwes,
ˈēˌkwēz
plural equites
ˈekwəˌtās,
-ˌtēz
: a member of a Roman order between the senatorial order and the ordinary citizen serving originally as cavalry, having entrance requirements based on wealth, and having during some periods exclusive rights to certain judicial, financial, and military positions
called also knight
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“Eques.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/eques. Accessed 28 Nov. 2024.
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