honorary members

Members without duties

Honorary members are people granted membership in an organization as a distinction or honor rather than through the usual qualifications or dues.

The title recognizes achievement, service, or prestige: The society named her an honorary member for her contributions to the field.

Honorary members typically enjoy the recognition without the obligations—or sometimes the full privileges—of regular membership.

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