honor

  1. Proper noun.  (given name, female) .
  2. Noun.  (chiefly, US) An objectification of praiseworthiness, respect. (I.e., something that represents praiseworthiness, respect.).
  3. Noun.  (chiefly, US) The center point of the upper half of an armorial escutcheon.
  4. Noun.  (chiefly, US) An ace, king, queen, jack, or ten especially of the trump suit in bridge.
  5. Noun.  (chiefly, US) The privilege of playing first from the tee in golf.
  6. Noun.  A prize or award.
  7. Verb.  (transitive, US) To show respect for.
  8. Verb.  (transitive, US) To conform to, abide by, act in accordance with (an agreement, request, or the like).
  9. Verb.  (transitive, US) To bestow an honor on a person.

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