Honor - Definition

n 1: a tangible symbol signifying approval or distinction; "an
award for bravery" [syn: award, accolade, honor,
honour, laurels]
2: the state of being honored [syn: honor, honour,
laurels] [ant: dishonor, dishonour]
3: the quality of being honorable and having a good name; "a man
of honor" [syn: honor, honour] [ant: dishonor,
dishonour]
4: a woman's virtue or chastity [syn: honor, honour,
purity, pureness]
v 1: bestow honor or rewards upon; "Today we honor our
soldiers"; "The scout was rewarded for courageous action"
[syn: honor, honour, reward] [ant: attaint,
disgrace, dishonor, dishonour, shame]
2: show respect towards; "honor your parents!" [syn: respect,
honor, honour, abide by, observe] [ant: disrespect]
3: accept as pay; "we honor checks and drafts" [syn: honor,
honour] [ant: dishonor, dishonour]