honours

/ ˈɒ��ə�� /

plural noun

observances of respect
(often capital)
1. (in a university degree or degree course) a rank of the highest academic standard
2. Hons.��( as modifier ) Compare general pass
  an honours degree
a high mark awarded for an examination; distinction
observances of respect at a funeral
ceremonies performed by troops in honour of royalty, at the burial of an officer, etc

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It announced that it was quitting B Corp, the global certification scheme that honours companies for having high standards when it comes to their social and environmental performance.

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In more than 300 games for the club, Clark won several major honours, including four league titles.

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Once tipped for a rapid ascent to full world honours, the Tokyo 2020 champion now faces a significant rebuilding job.

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He added that Lungu, being a former president, "belongs to the nation of Zambia" and his body should therefore "be buried in Zambia with full honours, and not in any other nation".

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Rupani, whose political career spanned more than 50 years, will be laid to rest with full state honours in Rajkot city.

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