This is the 5735th most frequent French word.
chevalière
A "chevalière" is a signet ring.
In this sentence, 'chevalière' refers to a type of ring called a signet ring, often worn on a finger.
Elle porte une chevalière en or massif sur son index.
She wears a signet ring made of solid gold on her index finger.
Here, 'chevalière' is used in a general context, talking about the common characteristics of signet rings.
Une chevalière est souvent gravée avec des armoiries familiales.
A signet ring is often engraved with family crests.
In this example, 'chevalière' denotes a specific item—a signet ring given as a gift.