Honour Definition & Meaning
honour
- noun
- the state of being honored
- a tangible symbol signifying approval or distinction; "an award for bravery"
- the quality of being honorable and having a good name; "a man of honor"
- a woman's virtue or chastity
- verb
- bestow honor or rewards upon; "Today we honor our soldiers"; "The scout was rewarded for courageous action"
- show respect towards; "honor your parents!"
- accept as pay; "we honor checks and drafts"
"Honour" in song lyrics
See how honour is used in real songs:
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"Matchless King of all worthy of honour"
The Cross Movement — El Elyon -
"Spiritual armour, bring me more Medals of Honour"
Hell Razah — U Ain't Nice as Hell -
"Not a chance to advance when we choose lust over honour"
Hilltop Hoods — Sojourn
Words that rhyme with honour
Usage tips for "honour"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "honour" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for honour to find words that pair well.
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- What does honour mean?
- the state of being honored a tangible symbol signifying approval or distinction; "an award for bravery" the quality of being honorable and having a good name; "a man of honor" a woman's virtue or chastity bestow honor or rewards upon; "Today we honor our soldiers"; "The scout was rewarded for courageous action" show respect towards; "honor your parents!" accept as pay; "we honor checks and drafts"
- What part of speech is honour?
- Honour is a noun and a verb.
- How many definitions does honour have?
- Honour has 7 definitions across 2 parts of speech (noun, verb).