noun Recognition of importance or value; respect; veneration .
The crowds gave the returning general much honor and praise.
noun The state of being morally upright, honest, noble, virtuous, and magnanimous; excellence of character; the perception of such a state; favourable reputation; dignity.
He was a most perfect knight, for he had great honor and chivalry.
noun A token of praise or respect; something that represents praiseworthiness or respect, such as a prize or award given by the state to a citizen.
Honors are normally awarded twice a year: on The Queen's Birthday in June and at the New Year.
noun A privilege (which honors the person experiencing it).
I had the honour of dining with the ambassador.
noun The privilege of going first.
I'll let you have the honours, Bob—go ahead.
noun The right to play one's ball before one's opponent.
noun A cause of respect and fame; a glory; an excellency; an ornament.
He is an honour to his nation.
noun A seigniory or lordship held of the king, on which other lordships and manors depended.