HONORARY


Meaning of HONORARY in English

— 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; honorarius relating to honor. See HONOR, -ARY ]

Random House Webster's Unabridged English dictionary.      Полный английский словарь Вебстер - Random House .