Time-honored: meaning, definitions and examples

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time-honored

[ ˈtaɪm-ˈɒnərd ]

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traditional practices

Respected and valued because it has existed for a long time and is considered to be of great importance or value.

Synonyms

cherished, respected, traditional

Examples of usage

It's a time-honored tradition to gather with family for Thanksgiving dinner.
The time-honored custom of exchanging gifts during the holiday season.

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customs or beliefs

Held in high esteem or respect due to its long-standing history or tradition.

Synonyms

esteemed, revered, venerated

Examples of usage

The time-honored belief that hard work leads to success.
She followed the time-honored practice of seeking advice from elders.

Translations

Translations of the word "time-honored" in other languages:

🇵🇹 respeitado pelo tempo

🇮🇳 समय-सम्मानित

🇩🇪 altbewährt

🇮🇩 dihormati oleh waktu

🇺🇦 перевірений часом

🇵🇱 uznany przez czas

🇯🇵 伝統的な

🇫🇷 vénérable

🇪🇸 respetado por el tiempo

🇹🇷 zamanla saygı duyulan

🇰🇷 시간에 의해 존경받는

🇸🇦 محترم من قبل الزمن

🇨🇿 osvědčený časem

🇸🇰 časom overený

🇨🇳 受时间尊敬的

🇸🇮 spoštovan skozi čas

🇮🇸 virtur af tíma

🇰🇿 уақытпен тексерілген

🇬🇪 დროის პატივცემული

🇦🇿 vaxtla hörmət edilən

🇲🇽 respetado por el tiempo

Word origin

The term 'time-honored' originated in the early 19th century, combining the words 'time' and 'honored' to convey the idea of something being respected or valued due to its long-standing tradition. This adjective is often used to describe customs, beliefs, or practices that have been passed down through generations and are considered important or valuable.