honours Meaning, Definition & Usage

1. noun a university degree with honors
   honours degree.
   
2. noun the state of being honored
   honour; honor; laurels.
   
3. noun a tangible symbol signifying approval or distinction
   honour; accolade; honor; award; laurels.
   
   • an award for bravery
4. noun the quality of being honorable and having a good name
   honour; honor.
   
   • a man of honor
5. noun a woman's virtue or chastity
   honour; pureness; honor; purity.
   
6. verb bestow honor or rewards upon
   honour; reward; honor.
   
   • Today we honor our soldiers
   • The scout was rewarded for courageous action
7. verb show respect towards
   respect; abide by; observe; honor; honour.
   
   • honor your parents!
8. verb accept as pay
   honour; honor.
   
   • we honor checks and drafts

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