HONOR

honor,n.1. In the United States, a courtesy title given to judges and certain other public officials. 2. (usu. pl.) In England, those dignities or privileges, degrees of nobility, knighthood, and other titles that flow from the Crown. 3.Hist. In England, a seigniory of several manors held under one baron or lord paramount.

honor,vb.1. To accept or pay (a negotiable instrument) when presented. [Cases: Banks and Banking  140(3); Bills and Notes  24, 388, 428. C.J.S. Banks and Banking §§ 357, 359, 361, 371–379, 401; Bills and Notes; Letters of Credit§§ 19, 100, 234–236, 238.] 2. To recognize, salute, or praise.

[Blacks Law 8th]