in honor of
Definition of in honor of
: as a way to show respect and admiration for (someone) They're having a dinner in honor of the new coach. The building was named in honor of the city's founder.
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: to regard or treat (someone) with admiration and respect : to regard or treat with honor
: to give special recognition to : to confer honor on
: to live up to or fulfill the terms of
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