preference

Meanings

1. 1
   noun

   A greater liking for one thing over another.

   She has a strong preference for crisp white wines.

2. 2
   noun

   A choice made or available among several options, often in settings.

   Can I keep my preferences when I upgrade to the new version of the app?

3. 3
   noun

   Special favor or advantage given to one person or thing over others.

   The policy gives preference to local suppliers in trade deals.

From Middle French preference, from Medieval Latin preferentia. Doublet of preferans. Morphologically prefer + -ence.

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