Meaning & use
Honoree
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A person who receives an honor or award.
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The gala's honoree was recognized for decades of charitable work.
Each honoree gave a brief speech after accepting the award.
A note on using this word
Refers specifically to the person being honored, as distinct from the people giving the honor.
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