honours

/ˈɑnərz/
verb
  1. Third person singular present of honour; shows respect or gives a privilege to someone.
    • The school honours its best students each year.
    • The ceremony honours those who served in the war.
    • She honours her promises by always keeping her word.
Synonyms
noun
  1. Public awards, titles, or privileges given to someone as a mark of respect or achievement.
    • He graduated with honours from the university.
    • She received many honours for her scientific discoveries.
    • The soldier was buried with full military honours.
  2. A course or program of study at a higher level than a basic degree.
    • The honours program requires a research thesis.
    • She is studying for an honours degree in history.
    • He was accepted into the honours class for mathematics.
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