honor
/ˈɑnɝ/
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Noun
a tangible symbol signifying approval or distinction; "an award for bravery"
Noun
the state of being honored
Noun
the quality of being honorable and having a good name; "a man of honor"
Noun
a woman''s virtue or chastity
Verb
bestow honor or rewards upon; "Today we honor our soldiers"; "The scout was rewarded for courageous action"
Verb
show respect towards; "honor your parents!"
Verb
accept as pay; "we honor checks and drafts"
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academic degree
Academy Award
aliyah
cachet
celebrate
celebrity
citation
commendation
crown
decorate
decoration
degree
dignify
drink
Emmy
ennoble
esteem
fame
glorification
glory
honorable mention
laurel wreath
letter
lionise
lionize
medal
medallion
mention
Nobel prize
Oscar
palm
pennant
pledge
Prix de Rome
Prix Goncourt
prize
regard
renown
reputation
repute
respect
ribbon
salute
seal
seal of approval
toast
tolerate
trophy
varsity letter
wassail