in consideration of
Related to in consideration of: on account of, Valuable consideration, Nominal consideration, taking into consideration
in consideration of (something)
Taking something into consideration; due to or on account of something. He has undoubtedly committed a transgression, but in consideration of his many unblemished years of service to the force, we are recommending unpaid suspension rather than removal. In consideration of your tireless humanitarian efforts, I am honored to present you with this award.
See also: consideration, of
Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.
in consideration of something
in return for something; as a result of something. In consideration of your many years of service, we are pleased to present you with this gold watch. In consideration of your efforts, here is a check for $3,000.
See also: consideration, of
McGraw-Hill Dictionary of American Idioms and Phrasal Verbs.
in consideration of
1. In view of, on account of, as in We turned back in consideration of the worsening weather. [First half of 1500s]
2. In return for, as in She received an honorarium in consideration of her key contributions. [c. 1600]
See also: consideration, of
The American Heritage® Dictionary of Idioms by Christine Ammer.
in consideration of
1. In view of; on account of: turned back in consideration of the worsening weather.
2. In return for: a gift given in consideration of her hard work
See also: consideration, of
American Heritage® Dictionary of the English Language, Fifth Edition.
- consideration
- in consideration of (something)
- in consideration of something
- out of consideration of (something)
- out of consideration
- out of consideration for (someone or something)
- throw (something) in(to) the pot
- with (something or someone) in mind
- with something in mind
- on mature consideration