{adj. phr.} 1. As a result of new information; by means of new ideas. * /The teacher changed John's grade in the light of the extra work in the workbook./ 2. Because of. * /In light of the muddy field, the football team wore their old uniforms./ Syn.: IN VIEW OF.
IN THE LIGHT OF
Meaning of IN THE LIGHT OF in English
Dictionary of English idioms . Словарь английских идиом. 2012