honouring
Translation
to respect, to praise, to fulfill, to accept
Examples
We are honouring the soldiers who died.
We are honoring the soldiers who died.
He must honour his promise to pay.
He must honor his promise to pay.
The bank will honour the cheque.
The bank will honor the check.
Grammar Patterns
((sb./sth.)) to show great respect for (sb./sth.) We are honoring the soldiers who died.
((sth.)) to fulfill (an obligation or promise) He must honor his promise to pay.
Similar Words
Synonyms: respect, esteem, revere; Antonyms: disgrace, shame, dishonor
Etymology
From Old French 'onor', from Latin 'honor' meaning 'honor, dignity, office, reputation'.
Memory Tips
Think of giving someone an 'honor' (a prize) as a way 'to honor' them.