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honour

ho·nour

UK/ˈɒnə/ US/ˈɑnəɹ/ common

noun

1.

the state of being honored

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2.

a tangible symbol signifying approval or distinction

  • “an award for bravery”
3.

the quality of being honorable and having a good name

  • “a man of honor”
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4.

a woman''s virtue or chastity

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verb

1.

bestow honor or rewards upon

  • “Today we honor our soldiers”
  • “The scout was rewarded for courageous action”
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2.

show respect towards

  • “honor your parents!”
3.

accept as pay

  • “we honor checks and drafts”
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