{prep.} On the strength of; because of; by reason of. * /By virtue of his high rank and position, the President takes social leadership over almost everyone else./ * /Plastic bags are useful for holding many kinds of food, by virtue of their clearness, toughness, and low cost./ Compare: BY DINT OF.
IN VIRTUE OF
Meaning of IN VIRTUE OF in English
Slang English vocab. Английский сленговый словарь. 2012