/ ˈkɒnsɪkwəns; NAmE ˈkɑːnsəkwens/ noun
1.
[ C ] consequence (for sb/sth) a result of sth that has happened :
This decision could have serious consequences for the industry.
Two hundred people lost their jobs as a direct consequence of the merger.
He drove too fast with tragic consequences.
to suffer / face / take the consequences of your actions
➡ note at effect
2.
[ U ] ( formal ) importance :
Don't worry. It's of no consequence .
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IDIOMS
- in consequence (of sth)
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WORD ORIGIN
late Middle English : via Old French from Latin consequentia , from consequent- following closely, from the verb consequi .