Meaning Of The Word Respect

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What's The Definition Of Respect?

respect
uncountable noun: If you have respect for someone, you have a good opinion of them.
uncountable noun: If you show respect for someone's wishes, rights, or customs, you avoid doing anything they would dislike or regard as wrong.
verb: If you respect someone, you have a good opinion of their character or ideas.
verb: If you respect someone's wishes, rights, or customs, you avoid doing things that they would dislike or regard as wrong.

respect in American English
to feel or show honor or esteem for; hold in high regard
noun: a particular, detail, or point

respect in British English
to have an attitude of esteem towards; show or have respect for
noun: an attitude of deference, admiration, or esteem; regard

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