Meaning of honor system | Babel Free
Definitions
A system, policy or understanding based on trust in the honesty, honor, or integrity of others.
US
Examples
“Our local beekeeper leaves jars of honey for sale in his driveway. There's a coffee can for the money, and payment is on the honor system.”
“George Costanza: Alright, now, how are we gonna monitor⟳ this thing? Jerry Seinfeld: Well, obviously, we all know⟳ each other very well, I'm sure that we'll all feel⟳ comfortable within the confines of the honor system.”
CEFR level
B2
Upper Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.
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