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honours

British  
/ ˈɒnəz /

plural noun

  1. observances of respect

  2. (often capital)

    1. (in a university degree or degree course) a rank of the highest academic standard

    2.  Hons.  ( as modifier ) Compare general pass

      an honours degree

  3. a high mark awarded for an examination; distinction

  4. observances of respect at a funeral

  5. ceremonies performed by troops in honour of royalty, at the burial of an officer, etc

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He has helped the club win 15 major honours, including the Treble in 2022-23.

From BBC • Apr. 16, 2026

The former prince was stripped of his royal titles, styles and honours by King Charles last year after further details of his relationship with the convicted paedophile Jeffrey Epstein came to light.

From BBC • Apr. 16, 2026

The bodies of the three peacekeepers arrived in Jakarta on Saturday, received with honours in a ceremony attended by President Prabowo Subianto.

From Barron's • Apr. 5, 2026

As part of dynasties at Manchester City and Liverpool, he won three Premier League titles, one Champions League, two FA Cups and one League Cup, as well as other honours.

From BBC • Mar. 21, 2026

Then he went out and slammed the door, leaving the honours about even.

From "The Once and Future King" by T. H. White

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