Main Entry: ¹re·spect

Pronunciation: \ri-ˈspekt\

Function: noun

Etymology: Middle English, from Latin respectus, literally, act of looking back, from respicere to look back, regard, from re- + specere to look — more at spy

Date: 14th century

1 : a relation or reference to a particular thing or situation <remarks having respect to an earlier plan>
2 : an act of giving particular attention : consideration
3 a : high or special regard : esteem b : the quality or state of being esteemed c plural : expressions of respect or deference <paid our respects>
4 : particular, detail <a good plan in some respects>

— in respect of chiefly British : with respect to : concerning

— in respect to : with respect to : concerning

— with respect to : with reference to : in relation to