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honorary degree

/ˈɒnərəri dɪˈɡriː/

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/ˈɒnərəri dɪˈɡriː/C1formallegal
  • ruАкадемическая степень, присуждаемая университетом или колледжем лицу в качестве почета, без необходимости прохождения обычного курса обучения, сдачи экзаменов или проживания в кампусе. Обычно вручается в знак признания выдающихся достижений в определенной области или вклада в общество.

An academic degree awarded by a university or college to an individual as an honor, without requiring the usual coursework, examinations, or residency. It is typically given to recognize exceptional achievements in a particular field or contributions to society.

  1. Academic honorB2formal

    An academic degree awarded to honor a person's contributions to a field or society, without requiring the usual coursework or examinations.

    ruПочётная степень

    • The university awarded him an honorary degree for his philanthropic work.
    • She received an honorary doctorate in literature.
    • Many celebrities are given honorary degrees for their public service.