1. Plural of honorary; people who hold an honorary position or title, typically without pay or formal duties.
Usage: Usually used in academic, professional, or organizational contexts.
2. Fees or payments given as a token of respect or gratitude, especially to professionals who provide services without a formal contract.
Usage: Often used in legal, medical, or consulting contexts.

Examples

• The university appointed several honoraries to the board of trustees.
• The organization recognized its honoraries at the annual gala.
• Speakers at the conference received honoraries for their presentations.
• The law firm paid honoraries to the retired judge who consulted on the case.
• Many honoraries contribute their expertise without expecting compensation.
• The foundation distributed honoraries to volunteer advisors.