Meaning of the word "honors degree" in English

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honors degree

US /ˈɑːnərz dɪˌɡriː/
UK /ˈɑːnərz dɪˌɡriː/
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Noun

1.

a university degree with a higher level of academic achievement than a general or ordinary degree

Example:
She graduated with an honors degree in history.
To pursue a master's, you often need an honors degree.
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