honoris causa
[ oh-noh-ris kou-sah; English o-nawr-is kaw-zuh, o-nohr- ]
Latin.
as a sign of respect (usually describing an honorary college or university degree).
Origin of honoris causa
1Literally, “for the sake of honor”
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How to use honoris causa in a sentence
In 1849 the University of Dublin conferred upon him the degree of M.D., honoris causa.
Makers of Modern Medicine | James J. WalshThe university which can claim him on its list of sons, whether in regular course or honoris causa, may be proud.
Up From Slavery: An Autobiography | Booker T. WashingtonHe had been hoisted up to that serene height by no means honoris causa, but aetatis causa.
Acton's Feud | Frederick Swainson
British Dictionary definitions for honoris causa
honoris causa
/ Latin (hɒˈnɔːrɪs ˈkaʊzɑː) /
for the sake of honour
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