How to interpret the word "honor"? Studies in Honor of Baisil L. Gilder

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Studies in Honor of Baisil L. Gildersleeve
how to understand the word “honor” in this sentence.

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Hi,

The word ‘honor’ is used in this title to indicate great respect for the person mentioned - Studies in Honor of Baisil L. Gildersleeve. Another expression could be ‘in praise of’.

Alan