guest of honor

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guest of honor

The guest of honor sits at the head of the table.

Definition

Noun: * The person in whose honor a gathering is held: The individual who is the central reason for a social event, celebration, or ceremony. This person is typically given special recognition, attention, and a place of prominence.

Usage

The term "guest of honor" is used to formally identify the primary honoree at an event. It is a singular noun phrase, though it can be pluralized as "guests of honor" if multiple people are being honored equally. * It is commonly used in contexts such as award dinners, retirement parties, weddings (e.g., the couple), birthday celebrations, tribute galas, and welcoming ceremonies. * The phrase often appears on invitations, programs, and in speeches.

Examples
  • At the charity gala, the founder was introduced as the guest of honor.
  • We are hosting a dinner party, and my professor is the guest of honor.
  • The award ceremony had two guests of honor: the scientist and her lead researcher.
  • Please ensure the guest of honor has the seat at the head of the table.
Advanced Usage
  • The role often involves specific protocols, such as being seated in a place of prominence, being the first to be served, or giving a speech of thanks.
  • The phrase can be used metaphorically in informal contexts to humorously indicate someone receiving special treatment.
    • Since you cooked this fantastic meal, you are the guest of honor and don't have to do the dishes.
Variants and Related Words
  • Honoree (noun): A more formal, single-word synonym for "guest of honor."
  • VIP / Very Important Person (noun): A broader term for someone accorded special privileges, which may include a guest of honor.
  • Host (noun): The person who organizes and invites others to an event; this is the counterpart to the guest of honor.
Synonyms
  • Honoree
  • Primary guest
  • Person of honor
Antonyms
  • Host
  • Regular guest / Attendee
Related Idioms and Phrases
  • To be in someone's honor: Describes an event held for a specific person.
    • This banquet is held in her honor. (She is the guest of honor.)
  • To do someone the honors: To perform a special task, such as giving a toast or cutting a cake, often done for or by the guest of honor.
    • The retiring CEO did the honors of cutting the ribbon for the new building.
guest of honor

The guest of honor sits at the head of the table.

Noun
  1. the person in whose honor a gathering is held