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TIME-HONORED
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Dictionary entry overview: What does time-honored mean?
• TIME-HONORED (adjective)
The adjective TIME-HONORED has 2 senses:
1. acceptable for a long time
2. honored because of age or long usage
Familiarity information: TIME-HONORED used as an adjective is rare.
Dictionary entry details
Sense 1
Meaning:
Acceptable for a long time
Synonyms:
time-honored; time-honoured
Context example:
time-honored customs
Similar:
reputable (having a good reputation)
Sense 2
Meaning:
Honored because of age or long usage
Synonyms:
time-honored; time-honoured
Context example:
time-honored institutions
Similar:
honorable; honourable (worthy of being honored; entitled to honor and respect)
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