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word of honor

American  

noun

  1. a pledge of one's honor that a specified condition, bargain, etc., will be fulfilled; oath; promise.

word of honor Idioms  

  1. A pledge of one's good faith, as in On his word of honor he assured us that he was telling the truth. [Early 1800s]

Etymology

Origin of word of honor

First recorded in 1805–15

Example Sentences

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It's a chronicle of disappointment and loneliness, but also one of, in Elliott's word, of honor.

From Salon • Jun. 20, 2024

Rhinocerophiles are urging strictest "word of honor" observance of the rhinoceros season.

From Time Magazine Archive

"And we have confidence in the general's word of honor."

From Time Magazine Archive

When the War Minister refused he was arrested, forced to promise "on my word of honor as a Cuban, an officer and a gentleman" that he would beard the President.

From Time Magazine Archive

“My solemn word of honor, Elinor,” he said.

From "Inkheart" by Cornelia Funke

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