noun
- plural of honour; high respect, great esteem, or recognition for achievement
- academic distinctions or awards given for exceptional performance
- ceremonial privileges or courtesies shown to someone of high rank
Usage: British spelling
Usage: British spelling; academic
Usage: British spelling; formal
verb
- third person singular present of honour; shows respect or recognition for someone or something
Usage: British spelling
Examples
- She graduated with first-class honours from Cambridge University.
- The ceremony was held to present military honours to the veterans.
- He honours his parents by visiting them every week.
- The university bestowed special honours upon the distinguished professor.
- She received full honours at her graduation ceremony.
- The guard of honour stood at attention during the parade.
- He always honours his commitments to his friends.