noun
honor
ON-uh
noun
1
Great respect or high regard, often earned through integrity or achievement.
"It was an honor to be asked to give the toast at the wedding."
"The soldiers were buried with full military honors."
2
A strong sense of what is morally right; personal integrity.
"He refused to break the deal, saying it was a matter of honor."
verb
1
To show great respect for someone or something.
"The city honored the firefighters with a parade."
2
To fulfill or keep to an agreement, promise, or commitment.
"The store agreed to honor the expired coupon as a courtesy."
How to Use Honor
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishDeep respect, personal integrity, or the act of showing respect or keeping a promise.
UK vs US
Spelled "honour" in British English, "honor" in American English.
Common pairings
honor a commitment
guest of honor
sense of honor
Word Forms
honored past tense, honors plural, Honors plural, honors singular
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Etymology
From Old French honor, from Latin honor.