Time-honored meaning
Honored or observed because in existence or use for a long time.
adjective
The definition of time-honored is long-standing, revered or followed as a result of a long tradition or history.
If your family has a 20-year tradition of decorating the Christmas tree on Christmas eve, this tradition is an example of something that would be described as a time-honored tradition.
adjective
Respected or adhered to because of age or age-old observance.
adjective
Honored because of great age, or long usage.
adjective
Advertisement