in consideration of something Definition

consideration
noun

1. Thoughtfulness on behalf of others.

Thesaurus: courtesy, thoughtfulness, tact, kindliness, favour, philanthropy, benefaction.
2. Careful thought.

Thesaurus: attention, study, reflection, thought, forethought.
3. A fact, circumstance, etc to be taken into account.

Thesaurus: factor, concern, reason, motive, cause, ground, score.
4. A payment, reward or recompense.

Idiom: in consideration of something

Because of it;

As payment for it; in return for it.

Idiom: take something into consideration

To allow for it; to bear it in mind.

Idiom: under consideration

Being considered.

Etymology: 14c: from Latin consideratio.