Honoring
'ɒnərɪŋ
Definitions
2 meaningsTo give public acknowledgment and respect to someone or something; to bestow honor upon.
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To show respect or admiration for someone or something.
The school is honoring the students who excel in academics.
💡 Simply: Honoring is like giving someone a big high-five and telling everyone how awesome they are. It's about showing that you respect and appreciate them, like when you honor a teacher for being the best teacher ever!
👶 For kids: To show that you think someone is special and important.
More Examples
The community is honoring the contributions of local artists.
The award ceremony was held to honor outstanding employees.
How It's Used
"The city is honoring its veterans with a parade."
"She is honoring her grandmother's memory by volunteering."
"The university is honoring the professor for his achievements."
To fulfill a promise, obligation, or commitment.
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To fulfill the requirements of something (e.g., a promise or an agreement).
The company is honoring its contract with the supplier.
💡 Simply: Imagine you promised your friend you'd bring them ice cream. Honoring is making sure you actually do it, like when the store honors a coupon and gives you a discount.
👶 For kids: To do what you said you would.
More Examples
The store honored my coupon, which was about to expire.
They are honoring the terms of the agreement.
How It's Used
"The company is honoring the warranty."
"The bank is honoring the check."
"The family is honoring their ancestors by carrying out the traditions"
Idioms & expressions
Honor system
A system based on trust and honesty where people are expected to do the right thing without strict supervision.
"The library uses the honor system for borrowing books; there is no one checking if you return them on time."
From the Middle English word "honouren", derived from the Old French "honorer" (to honor), ultimately from the Latin "honor" (esteem, respect).
The word has been used for centuries, with its roots tracing back to Roman times. Historically it was a term used in courtly contexts and chivalrous codes to show respect, allegiance and duty.