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homage

[ˈhɑːmɪdʒ]

homage Definition

  • 1special honor or respect shown publicly
  • 2something that is done to honor someone or something

Using homage: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "homage" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The concert was a homage to the late musician.

  • Example

    The statue was built as a homage to the city's founder.

  • Example

    The film pays homage to classic Hollywood movies.

  • Example

    He paid homage to his mentor in his acceptance speech.

homage Synonyms and Antonyms

Antonyms for homage

Phrases with homage

  • to show respect or honor to someone or something

    Example

    The knights did homage to the king.

  • to show respect or honor to someone or something

    Example

    The fans paid homage to their favorite singer by leaving flowers at her grave.

  • homage to/from

    an expression of respect or honor to or from someone or something

    Example

    The painting was an homage to the artist's mother.

Origins of homage

from Old French 'omeage', from 'home' meaning 'man'

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Summary: homage in Brief

The term 'homage' [ˈhɑːmɪdʒ] refers to special honor or respect shown publicly, often through actions or gestures. It can be used to describe something that is done to honor someone or something, such as 'The statue was built as a homage to the city's founder.' 'Homage' can also be used in phrases like 'do/pay homage,' which means to show respect or honor to someone or something.

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