honoris causa

[ oh-noh-ris kou-sah; English o-nawr-is kaw-zuh, o-nohr- ]

Latin.

1. as a sign of respect (usually describing an honorary college or university degree).

honoris causa

/ hɒˈnɔːrɪs ˈkaʊzɑː /

(no translation)

1. for the sake of honour

Word History and Origins

Origin of honoris causa¹

Literally, “for the sake of honor”

Example Sentences

In 1849 the University of Dublin conferred upon him the degree of M.D., honoris causa.

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The university which can claim him on its list of sons, whether in regular course or honoris causa, may be proud.

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He had been hoisted up to that serene height by no means honoris causa, but aetatis causa.

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