Meaning of the word "in preference to" in English
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in preference to
US /"ɪn ˈpref.ər.əns tuː"/
UK /"ɪn ˈpref.ər.əns tuː"/
Phrase
1.
rather than; instead of
Example:
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She chose to study art in preference to science.
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We decided to walk in preference to taking a taxi.
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