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dishonor

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Noun — American spelling of "dishonour": loss of honor or respect.

Etymology

From Old French deshonor, built from dis- plus honor.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “dishonor” mean?

The word “dishonor” means american spelling of "dishonour": loss of honor or respect. In plain terms, the American spelling of "dishonour" — used for both the noun (shame) and verb (to shame, or to refuse to accept/pay).

How do you pronounce “dishonor”?

“Dishonor” is pronounced dihs-AH-nuhr (/dɪsˈɑnəɹ/ in IPA).

How do you use “dishonor” in a sentence?

Here is “dishonor” used in a sentence: “He brought dishonor upon his family.”

What part of speech is “dishonor”?

Depending on how it is used, “dishonor” can be a noun and a verb.

Where does the word “dishonor” come from?

The word “dishonor” comes from Old French. From Old French deshonor, built from dis- plus honor.

How many meanings does “dishonor” have?

“Dishonor” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: american spelling of "dishonour": loss of honor or respect.

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