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something this country needs more of.
there is no example of honor nowadays
by Eldar December 29, 2003
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The courage to do what is right, no matter what. A belief that your actions represent more than just yourself, the recognition that what you do defines your entire generation. Also, part of the Marine Corps Corps Values. (see Courage and Commitment)
I hold my honor to be of more importance than myself.
by James July 11, 2004
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As a verb: To accept at face value (to honor a check),
to accept and treat as valid (to honor a debt),
to grant as a privilege (I'm honored by your company),
to respect or pay homage to (the statue honors WWII veterans).

As a noun: A significant part of one's dignity or value (I will defend my honor),
the respect or distinction payed to someone or something (it's an honor to win this award),
something given or used to show respect, status, achievement, or deference (the title "your eminance" is purely honorific) or a title thus purposed (always address the judge as "your honor")

A feminine given name, originating from a hope to bestow a child with certain qualities by invoking those qualities with a name, such as love, faith, hope, charity, chastity, etc.
Yes, my name is Honor... At least my mom didn't choose 'Chastity'.
by Honor June 23, 2004
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Something this world needs more of.
"What is honor anymore? How can two mighty nations fight honorably if they both have to use dishonorable methods on occasion? Is honor something that gradually changes through time?"
by Dave November 30, 2004
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Horny Over-achieving Nerds Obsessively Raging (for) Sex
Stony Brook's Honors college is rank #1.
by a honors student May 03, 2009
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Turning yourself in for doing the wrong thing, even though nobody's looking. A Person of Honor will not Lie, Cheat, Steal, Nor Tolerate Those Who Do.
Always place Personal Honor over Personal Gain
by anonymous011111111 October 09, 2007
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Horny Over-achieving Nerds Obsessively Raging (for) Sex
Everyone is part of the honors college every thursday night.
by a honors student May 03, 2009
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