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Noun: homage  hó-mij
  1. Respectful deference
    "pay homage to the emperor";
    - court
     
  2. An artistic work imitating another in a flattering style
    "The film was a loving homage to classic noir movies"
     
  3. (historical) the formal oath of a vassal to honour his or her lord's rights
    "The knight swore homage to his new lord"

Derived forms: homages

Type of: deference, respect

Encyclopedia: Homage