(by) courtesy of

Related to word: courtesy

Pharse

Definition

  1. with the permission or authorization of someone or something.

    • This photograph is provided courtesy of National Geographic magazine.

    • We were able to tour the museum courtesy of the docent's assistance.

    • This research is courtesy of a grant from the Medical Research Foundation.

  2. as a result of or because of something.

    • He is feeling unwell today, courtesy of his late night working yesterday.

    • She got cavities, courtesy of eating too much candy.

    • The building has structural issues, courtesy of the contractor's negligence.