honoris causa

Meanings

adjective

alternative h.c.

honorary degree
In the administration of his new responsibilities Professor Mugabe (honoris causa) has various role models to choose from.
2005 July 31, John Sutherland, “Professor Mugabe (honoris causa)”, in The Guardian

nouna degree conferred to honor the recipient

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From Latin honoris causa (“for the sake of the honor”).

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