honorowy — meaning in English

English meaning

• emeritus adjective Retired from a post, especially a university professorship, but allowed to keep the title as an honour.
• honorary adj Given as a mark of respect, without the usual requirements or payment attached.
• honorific noun A person's title, such as "Mrs" or "Doctor".

Senses

honorowy is used for these senses in English:

• emeritus (often, postpositive) Retired, but retaining an honorific version of a previous title.
• honorary Given as an honor/honour, with no duties attached, and without payment.
• honorific Showing or conferring honour and respect.

emeritus — full definition

1. adjective Retired from a post, especially a university professorship, but allowed to keep the title as an honour.
2. noun A person who holds such a title, particularly a retired professor.

honorary — full definition

1. adj Given as a mark of respect, without the usual requirements or payment attached.
2. adj Holding a position or title unofficially, as a mark of respect rather than through normal appointment.

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