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hon·or·if·ic
 honorific
- pronunciation:
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fihk
- parts of speech:
- adjective, noun
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adjective |
| definition: |
showing respect, esteem, or honor.
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| part of speech: |
noun |
| definition: |
a title, term, or grammatical form communicating respect or honor, used esp. when addressing an elder or social superior.
- similar words:
- title
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| related words: |
appellation |
| derivation: |
honorifically (adv.) |
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