honorsman

/ˈɒnərzmən/

Definitions

1. noun

a person who has been awarded an honorary degree

“The university president thanked the honorsman for his years of service.”

2. noun

a person who holds an honorary office or rank

“The company’s honorsman led the ceremony to honor their founder.”

3. noun

a person who is given special honors or distinction

“The athlete was chosen as the team’s honorsman for her outstanding performance.”

Synonyms

  • honorand
  • honoree

Antonyms

  • disgracee
  • unhonor