honor
/ˈɑ nər/
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Definition(s):
- (n) a tangible symbol signifying approval or distinction
- (n) the state of being honored
- (n) the quality of being honorable and having a good name
- (n) a woman's virtue or chastity
- (v) bestow honor or rewards upon
- (v) show respect towards
- (v) accept as pay
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Usage(s):
- Memorial Day was designed to honor dead soldiers; the other 364 belong to the living.
- In the Sicilian scheme of things, nothing is so important for a girl as her honorunless perhaps it is the size of her dowry.
- Joe Klein on the sad, dignified slide of the honorable Joe Lieberman.
Quotes
- President Bush called on the Pakistani people "to honor Benazir Bhutto's memory by continuing with the democratic process for which she so bravely gave her life."on Dec 27, 2007 By: President Bush Source: International Herald Tribune
- "Let's honor the conscience of those who disagree with abortion, and draft a sensible conscience clause, and make sure that all of our health care policies are grounded in clear ethics and sound science, as well as respect for the equality of...on May 17, 2009 By: Barack Obama Source: LifeNews.com
- "It is an honor for me to sign for one of the biggest clubs in football," he told the club's official website. "I cannot wait to start working with the manager and I'm looking forward to joining up with my new team-mates on our Swiss training...on Jul 8, 2010 By: Milan Jovanović Source: Sports Network
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