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- Dictionaryhonour/ˈɒnə/
noun
- 1. high respect; great esteem: "his portrait hangs in the place of honour" Similar Opposite
- 2. the quality of knowing and doing what is morally right: "I must as a matter of honour avoid any taint of dishonesty" Similar Opposite
verb
- 1. regard with great respect: "they honoured their parents in all they did" Similar Opposite
- 2. fulfil (an obligation) or keep (an agreement): "make sure the franchisees honour the terms of the contract" Similar Opposite
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HONOUR definition: 1. a quality that combines respect, being proud, and honesty: 2. in order to celebrate or show…. Learn more.
Jun 12, 2012 · HONOR definition: 1. US spelling of honour 2. a quality that combines respect, being proud, and honesty: 3. in order…. Learn more.
To honour someone means to treat them or regard them with special attention and respect.
HONOUR meaning: 1. a quality that combines respect, being proud, and honesty: 2. in order to celebrate or show…. Learn more.
As a verb, honour means to show a high amount of respect. In traditional wedding vows, both the bride and groom promise to love and honour each other. Definitions of honour. noun. the quality of being honorable and having a good name. synonyms: honor. see more. noun. the state of being honored.
6 days ago · The meaning of HONOUR is chiefly British spellings of honor.
Great respect, esteem, or reverence received, gained, or enjoyed by a person or thing; glory, renown, fame; reputation, good name. Opposed to dishonour or disgrace. badge, Medal of Honour, etc.: see the first element. a1200. Hie giuen here elmesse..oðer for onur to hauen, oðer ne mai elles for shame.
Definition of honour noun in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.
[uncountable] a good reputation; respect from other people. upholding the honor of your country; The family honor is at stake. [singular] honor to something/somebody a person or thing that causes others to respect and admire something/somebody. She is an honor to the profession.
honor. n. 1. personal integrity; allegiance to moral principles. 2. a. fame or glory. b. a person or thing that wins this for another: he is an honour to the school. 3. ( often plural) great respect, regard, esteem, etc, or an outward sign of this. 4. ( often plural) high or noble rank. 5. a privilege or pleasure: it is an honour to serve you.