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honoring

|hon/or/ing|

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/ˈɑːnərɪŋ/

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/ˈɒnərɪŋ/

(honor)

respect and esteem

Base FormPluralPresent3rd Person Sing.PastPast ParticiplePresent ParticipleAdjectiveAdjectiveAdverb
honorhonorshonorshonorshonoredhonoredhonoringhonorablehonoredhonorably
Etymology
Etymology Information

'honor' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'honor', where 'honor' meant 'esteem or respect'.

Historical Evolution

'honor' changed from the Old French word 'honor' and eventually became the modern English word 'honor'.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'esteem or respect', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Verb 1

present participle of 'honor'.

They are honoring the veterans with a parade.

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Antonyms

Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:40