guest of honor
Americannoun
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a person in whose honor a dinner, party, etc., is given.
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a distinguished person invited to a dinner, meeting, etc., especially on some unique occasion.
Example Sentences
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Trump has never attended one of these dinners before Saturday, which have typically been hosted by comedians that roast the guest of honor.
From Salon • May 1, 2026
He accepted and made a short speech at the event, praising the guest of honor.
From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 19, 2025
I tend to try to pick a guest of honor that’s typically a woman who’s been through the fire in some way, shape or form.
From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 16, 2024
While President Joe Biden and his guest of honor at a White House state dinner chew over foreign policy, the female chef duo of Cris Comerford and Susie Morrison take care of the culinary diplomacy.
From Seattle Times • May 21, 2024
Thursday afternoon Miss K said, “Ryan, don’t forget to bring our guest of honor tomorrow.”
From "Ralph S. Mouse" by Beverly Cleary
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