Civil Honors
/ˈsɪvəl ˈhɑːnərz/
Definitions
- (n.) Official recognitions or awards given by a government or authority to individuals for exceptional service or achievements in civil society.
The mayor presented civil honors to the volunteers for their community service.
Forms
- civil honors
- civil honor
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Commentary
Civil honors usually distinguish non-military contributions and are often regulated by specific protocols to maintain their symbolic value.
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