kunnianosoitus — meaning in English

English meaning

• accolade noun An award, honor or expression of high praise.
• crown noun An ornamental headpiece worn by a monarch as a symbol of royal power.
• encomium noun Strong, often formal, praise given in honor of someone or something.
• garland noun A decorative ring or chain of flowers, leaves, or other material, worn or hung as a decoration.
• homage noun A show of special respect or honor toward someone.
• recognition noun The act of identifying someone or something as already known.
• salute noun A formal gesture of greeting or respect, such as raising a hand to the forehead.
• testament noun A legal document stating how a person wants their property divided after death.
• tribute noun Something said, done, or given to show respect or admiration for someone.

Senses

kunnianosoitus is used for these senses in English:

• accolade An expression of approval; praise. [from 1852]
• crown (by extension) Any reward of victory or mark of honor.
• encomium Warm praise, especially a formal expression of such praise; a tribute.
• garland An accolade or mark of honour.
• recognition Honour, favourable note, or attention.
• salute An utterance or gesture expressing greeting or honor towards someone, (now especially) a formal, non-verbal gesture made with the arms or hands in any of various specific positions. [from 15th c.]
• testament A tangible proof or tribute.
• tribute An acknowledgment of gratitude, respect or admiration; an accompanying gift.

crown — full definition

1. noun An ornamental headpiece worn by a monarch as a symbol of royal power.
2. noun The topmost part of something, such as the head, a hat, or a hill.
3. noun An artificial cap fitted over a damaged tooth.
4. verb To formally place a crown on someone, making them monarch.
5. verb To form the finishing, topmost achievement of something.

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