recognition
US /ˌrek.əɡˈnɪʃ.ən/
UK /ˌrek.əɡˈnɪʃ.ən/

1.
the action or process of recognizing or being recognized
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He received a medal in recognition of his bravery.
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Facial recognition technology is becoming more common.
the action or process of recognizing or being recognized