logical |
1. adj. (not comparable) In agreement with the principles of logic. | |
2. adj. Reasonable. | |
3. adj. (not comparable) Of or pertaining to logic. | |
4. adj. (computing) Non-physical or conceptual yet underpinned by something physical or actual. | |
Logical memory appears contiguous to an application program, but may well be stored on several physical devices, including in RAM and on hard-disks, as determined by the operating system. | |
consequence |
1. n. That which follows something on which it depends; that which is produced by a cause. | |
2. n. A result of actions, especially if such a result is unwanted or unpleasant. | |
I'm warning you. If you don't get me the report on time, there will be consequences. | |
3. n. A proposition collected from the agreement of other previous propositions; any conclusion which results from reason or argument; inference. | |
4. n. Chain of causes and effects; consecution. | |
5. n. Importance with respect to what comes after. | |
6. n. The power to influence or produce an effect. | |
7. n. (especially when preceded by "of") Importance, value, or influence. | |
8. v. To threaten or punish (a child, etc.) with specific consequences for misbehaviour. | |