Refers to the medieval European warrior or the chess piece. In modern contexts, also used for the British honorific title.
In chess, the knight moves in an L-shape.
He is wearing medieval knight's armor.
The actor was knighted in recognition of his achievements.
He moved his knight and captured the opponent's piece.
ナイト meaning 'knight' is a separate word from the identically spelled ナイト meaning 'night' (as in ナイトクラブ), so learners must judge the meaning from context.
all-night; overnight
nightclub
nightcap
night bra; sleep bra
night run; running at night
Loanword from English 'knight'.
night game
night show; late-night show; late-night screening
night dive
nightdress; nightgown