honor

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honour
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Meanings
noun
  • high respect; great esteem.
    E.g. his portrait hangs in the place of honour
  • the quality of knowing and doing what is morally right.
    E.g. I must as a matter of honour avoid any taint of dishonesty
  • something regarded as a rare opportunity and bringing pride and pleasure; a privilege.
    E.g. Mrs Young had the honour of being received by the Queen
  • an ace, king, queen, jack, or ten.
verb
  • regard with great respect.
    E.g. they honoured their parents in all they did
  • fulfil (an obligation) or keep (an agreement).
    E.g. make sure the franchisees honour the terms of the contract