1. showing respect or admiration for someone or something
Usage: present participle of honor
2. fulfilling or keeping a promise, agreement, or commitment
Usage: present participle of honor

1. the act of showing respect or recognition
Usage: gerund form

Examples

• The ceremony is honoring veterans who served in the war.
• She is honoring her grandmother’s memory by continuing the family tradition.
• The company is honoring its warranty agreement.
• They are honoring their promise to donate to charity.
• The honoring of local heroes took place at city hall.
• His honoring of the contract impressed his business partners.
• The school is honoring outstanding students at graduation.