1.The state university's athletic teams are nicknamed Cornhuskers in recognition of one of the area's chief crops.
in recognition of 承认…而;为酬谢
He had just received a doctorate in recognition of his contributions to seismology.
他刚被授予了博士头衔以表彰他对地震学作出的贡献 。
He is rewarded in recognition of his services.
他因功受奖 。