tribute · noun /ˈtrɪb.juːt/
tribute
C2 C or U something which you do or say to show that you respect and admire someone, especially in a formal situation
Dictionary examples:
Tributes have been pouring in from all over the world for Michael Jackson, who died yesterday.
For wedding bouquets, floral tributes and all your flower needs, call Mandy's Florists.
Learner example:
The only thing she insisted on, over the telephone, was th[at] Newton's "Amazing Gra[c]e" should be sung as her last personal tribute to her mother. (Certificate of Proficiency in English; C2; Swedish)
pay tribute to sb/sth
C2 to thank someone or say that you admire someone or something, especially in public
Dictionary example:
He paid tribute to his former teacher.
Learner example:
Although it may not seem [so], this is just a way of paying tribute to Mahatma Gand[h]i, since he always encouraged people to return to their traditions and c[ustom]s. (Certificate of Proficiency in English; C2; Portuguese)
