in virtue of (something)

in virtue of (something)

Due to something; because of something; by reason of something. In virtue of your years of hard work and experience in the company, we think you would be well-suited to a managerial role within the company. I know that you feel the need to intervene in virtue of your role as a father, but you need to allow your children a greater degree of independence.
See also: of, virtue
Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.

by/in ˈvirtue of something

(formal) because of something: I was invited to a party at the embassy simply by virtue of being British.
See also: by, of, something, virtue
Farlex Partner Idioms Dictionary
See also:
  • a/the feel of (something)
  • a thing of the past
  • a crack at (someone or something)
  • (I) wouldn't (do something) if I were you
  • a straw will show which way the wind blows
  • all right
  • (you) wanna make something of it?
  • all for the best
  • a slew of (something)
  • a bird in the hand