Honorable Mention

  • Simple Definition of honorable mention

An award or special praise that given to someone who has done something extremely well but who has not won any of the official prizes.

  • Full Definition of honorable mention

A distinction conferred (as in a contest or exhibition) on works or persons of exceptional merit but not deserving of top honors

 

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