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Word: Preference
Speech Type: Noun
Etymology:
late Middle English (in the sense ‘promotion’): from Old French, from medieval Latin praeferentia, from Latin praeferre ‘carry in front’ (see prefer)
Audio Pronunciation:
Phonetic Spelling:
ˈprɛf(ə)rəns
Dialects: British English
Definition:
a greater liking for one alternative over another or others
Short Definition:greater liking for one alternative over another
Examples:- her preference for white wine
- he chose a clock in preference to a watch
Definition:
a prior right or precedence, especially in connection with the payment of debts
Short Definition:prior right or precedence
Examples:- debts owed to the community should be accorded a preference
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