conferree

/ˌkɑnfəˈri/
noun
  1. A person who receives an honor, degree, or title.
    • The conferree of the award gave a heartfelt speech.
    • All conferrees were invited to a reception after the ceremony.
    • Each conferree walked across the stage to receive their diploma.
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