honorable mention
noun
Definition of honorable mention
: a distinction conferred (as in a contest or exhibition) on works or persons of exceptional merit but not deserving of top honors
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1797
First Known Use of honorable mention
1797
HONORABLE MENTION Defined for English Language Learners
honorable mention
noun
Definition of honorable mention for English Language Learners
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: an award or special praise given to someone who has done something extremely well but who has not won any of the official prizes
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