in respect of (someone or something)
in respect of (someone or something)
1. In reference to someone or something; considering someone or something. In respect of the defense's claim that Ms. Smith acted alone, we have evidence to the contrary. Arrangments have been made in respect of the family members of the deceased.
2. As compensation for something. How much did you receive in respect of your work for the company?
See also: of, respect
Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.
in reˈspect of
(formal)1 concerning: Large increases can now be expected in respect of fuel prices.
2 in payment for something: Please state the money you have received in respect of overtime worked.
See also: of, respect
Farlex Partner Idioms Dictionary
in respect of
Chiefly British With respect to.
See also: of, respect
American Heritage® Dictionary of the English Language, Fifth Edition.
- be/have done with somebody/something
- be in line with (someone or something)
- better of
- (someone or something) promises well
- begin with
- begin with (someone or something)
- bird has flown, the
- beware of
- beware of (someone or something)
- be rough on (someone or something)