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honorary

Syllabification: (hon·or·ar·y)
Pronunciation: /ˈänəˌrerē/
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Definition of honorary

adjective

  • 1conferred as an honor, without the usual requirements or functions:an honorary doctorate
  • (of a person) holding an honorary title or position:an honorary member of the club
  • 2British (of an office or its holder) unpaid:Honorary Secretary of the Association

Origin:

early 17th century: from Latin honorarius, from honor 'honor'

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