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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Serbia's justice minister Nenad Vujic said Mladic "will receive all the military and state honours to which he is entitled", but Vucic did not confirm whether plans were underway for a state funeral.

From Barron's ● Aug. 28, 2026

Gonzalez had a close relationship with Rodri and long humbly recognised that only a select number of players can start in his position at clubs bidding to challenge for the biggest honours.

From BBC ● Aug. 26, 2026

"Her enormous contribution to Irish traditional music was recognised nationally with many awards and honours."

From BBC ● Aug. 22, 2026

The next opportunity for global honours, beyond the inaugural World Ultimate Championships in September, will arrive at next year's World Championships in Beijing.

From BBC ● Aug. 17, 2026

There seemed to be no persons present anywhere, and at one point, when we were confronted by a closed gate, the doctor said: 'Sorry, old chap, but if you wouldn't mind doing the honours.'

From "The Remains of the Day" by Kazuo Ishiguro