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There really is nothing wrong with 'Matron of Honor' and only means the person is married and not single. If single it would be 'Maid of Honor'. I do agree it sound like one is an old maid, but that's the way it is and I doubt you can break the good old tradition.
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Who stands beside the bride at a wedding?
Typically and traditionally in the Western World it is usually the maid of honor who stands next to the bride, followed by the bridesmaids. The term maid of honor is given to an unmarried woman, (if the woman is married she is referred to as the matron of honor), chosen by the bride to be her chief bridesmaid.
What is the old term for a directer of nursing?
a matron
Are all matrons required to be matron-looking?
No. Matron is simply a term referring to a married woman. It is most usually used to refer to an older, dignified woman, but that doesn't mean they all look "matronly".
What term means death with honor?
The term that means death with honor is in honerem. It is a Latin phrase that is not often used in the US.
What is the difference between honour and honor?
Nothing really! They use the version of honour in the bible a lot, but I think that most people like to use the term honor. I personally like the term of honor. But technically it is up to you!
What is the term for a circuit court justice?
"Judge" or "Your Honor."
What is distinguished honor roll?
At my school we get on a honor roll if we are good for the term like not being late and being prepared
What is the medieval term for the chance to defend ones honor in a duel?
SATISFACTION
How do you spell honor in greek?
The English transliteration of the Greek term for "honor" is "time" (as in tau + iota + mu + epsilon; note that this is the singular form). The phonetic pronunciation of this term is as follows: "tih-may", with the accent upon the second syllable.
What term means the worship of saints?
Saints are not worshiped as worship is reserved for God alone. Saints are honored, or venerated, much as we do for our founding fathers, ancestors, etc. When we honor the saints we honor their creator. Although inaccurate, the word you are looking for is hagiolatry. A more accurate word would be veneration.
Is there such a word as honorous?
The correct term is "honorous" refers to being filled with honor or deserving honor. It is less commonly used than "honorable" or "honourable."
Is the social sin of failing to honor the elderly called racism?
No - the correct term is ageism.
