CONSEQUENCE


Meaning of CONSEQUENCE in English

transcription, транскрипция: [ ˈkɔnsɪkwəns ]

n. 1 the result or effect of an action or condition. 2 a importance (it is of no consequence). b social distinction (persons of consequence). 3 (in pl.) a game in which a narrative is made up by the players, each ignorant of what has already been contributed. øin consequence as a result. take the consequences accept the results of one's choice or action. [ME f. OF f. L consequentia (as consequent)]

English main colloquial, spoken dictionary.      Английский основной разговорный словарь.