Definitions

1. verb

to stab or pierce with a knife, especially in a treacherous or cowardly manner.

“The assassin beknighted his victim in the dark alley.”

2. verb

to make a treacherous or underhanded attack.

“The politician beknighted his opponent in the debate with a sly remark.”

3. noun

a treacherous or underhanded attack.

“The beknighting of the politician was met with widespread criticism.”