单词 | honorary |
释义 | honorary —honorarily /on'euh rair"euh lee/, adv. /on"euh rer'ee/, adj. 1. given for honor only, without the usual requirements, duties, privileges, emoluments, etc.: The university presented the new governor with an honorary degree. 2. holding a title or position conferred for honor only: an honorary president. 3. (of an obligation) depending on one's honor for fulfillment. 4. conferring or commemorating honor or distinction. 5. given, made, or serving as a token of honor: an honorary gift. [1605-15; < L honorarius relating to honor. See HONOR, -ARY] |
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