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consideration

con·sid·er·a·tion [ kən sìddə ráysh'n ] (plural con·sid·er·a·tions)


noun 
Definition:
 
1. careful thought: careful thought or deliberation
Your application will be given the fullest consideration.
The proposal is currently under consideration.

2. mindfulness of others: thoughtful concern for or sensitivity toward the feelings of others

3. relevant factor in assessing something: something to be taken into account when weighing the pros and cons of a situation before making a decision
Value for money is one of the most important considerations for our customers.

4. detailed examination: detailed discussion or scrutiny
The issue for consideration on today's show is cosmetic surgery.

5. payment: a payment or fee in return for a service ( formal )

6. respect: high regard ( formal )
She has always been held in great consideration by this congregation.

7. something making contract binding: something done by one of the parties as part of a contractual arrangement that makes it binding, e.g. the payment of the price in a sales agreement


in consideration of 

1. 
because of
 

2. 
as payment for


of little or no consideration not important or significant (formal)

take something into consideration to take account of special circumstances, often in a sympathetic way

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