honours Meaning, Definition & Usage

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