Word
MBE
Phoneticsmbe
Definition
n. Stands for Member of the Order of the British Empire. A title given to people who have done a lot of good work in their community or profession.
n. Abbreviation for Member of the Order of the British Empire. A title awarded to individuals who have made significant contributions to their field or to the community, typically at the level of a county.
Examples
“She was honored with an MBE for her work in education.”
“The local charity founder received an MBE in the Queen's New Year Honours list for her decades of service.”
“While the title of MBE is a significant recognition of public service, it is often accompanied by a formal address and a small insignia to be worn on formal occasions.”
Examples
simple
“She was honored with an MBE for her work in education.”
contextual
“The local charity founder received an MBE in the Queen's New Year Honours list for her decades of service.”
complex
“While the title of MBE is a significant recognition of public service, it is often accompanied by a formal address and a small insignia to be worn on formal occasions.”
Real-World Examples
“In 2025 she was made MBE for services to public health.” “Gayle is celebrated for his playing career and work with Show Racism the Red Card, and was offered, and turned down , an MBE in 2016.” Scan code
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