honours
Translation
special award, high academic achievement, great respect, decorations
Examples
He received military honours for his bravery.
He received military honours for his bravery.
She graduated with first-class honours.
She graduated with first-class honours.
The Queen's Birthday Honours list was published today.
The Queen's Birthday Honours list was published today.
Grammar Patterns
to receive ((military/civic)) honours to be given a special award for service He received military honours for his bravery.
to graduate ((with honours)) to finish university with a high grade She graduated with first-class honours.
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Etymology
Plural of 'honour', from Latin 'honor'. The plural form came to mean special distinctions or awards.
Memory Tips
Think of multiple 'honours' being given out at a ceremony, like medals or degrees.