honour
Definition
- n. the state of being honored
- n. a tangible symbol signifying approval or distinction
- 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
Word forms
- Past participle
- honoured
- Present participle
- honouring
- Past tense
- honoured
- Third person singular
- honours
Example sentences
n.
Winning the award was a great honour for her.
vt.
We should always honour our promises to others.