adj.
Pronunciation: ' ä-n ə - ˌ rer- ē
Function: adjective
Etymology: Latin honorarius, from honor
Date: 1568
1 a : having or conferring distinction b : COMMEMORATIVE
2 : dependent on honor for fulfillment
3 a : conferred or elected in recognition of achievement or service without the usual prerequisites or obligations <an honorary degree> <an honorary member> b : UNPAID , VOLUNTARY <an honorary chairman>
– hon · or · ari · ly \ ˌ ä-n ə - ' rer- ə -l ē \ adverb
– honorary noun