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A prize or other mark of recognition given in honor of an achievement
Plural for the quality of having strong moral principles
“I am a man of honor, and I will always keep my word.”
Plural for public acknowledgment, respect or praise
“While his actions brought honor to our country, yours have only brought shame and disgrace.”
Plural for a feeling of privilege or pleasure from doing something
“It's an honor to share with you my burning passion, which is writing.”
Plural for a thing conferred as a distinction, especially an official award
“I am the Queen and surely have the right to confer an honor to a person of my choice.”
Plural for an asset that brings praise or renown to a group
“We have lost a man whose character and virtues rendered him an ornament to society, and an honor to our profession.”
Plural for a person's good reputation and the respect they are given by other people
“He cannot bear the thought of a father being forced to besmirch his honor by accepting anything from a married daughter.”
Plural for a person's chastity or their reputation for being chaste
“On the one hand, the chastity and honor of a woman is at stake, and on the other hand, the life of a man is.”
Plural for a significant moment
“It is a great honor for me to have been able to win this award.”
To regard with great respect or esteem
“They should be taught to honor their parents and elders, and to be hospitable and courteous to guests.”
To publicly recognize or praise
“He would honor his betrothed with a song that he had written specifically for the occasion.”
To fulfill one's role, obligation or duty
“For the rest of my days, I give you my word that I will honor my duties as a husband and as a father.”
To pay a bill when due
“The exporter bears the entire risk related to the importer's ability and willingness to honor the invoice.”
To clear a check when due
“Should this happen through error or oversight, the bank may refuse to honor the check and will return it to the bank that presented it for payment.”
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