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Meaning of the word prefer in English

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prefer

US /prɪˈfɝː/
UK /prɪˈfɝː/
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Verb

1.

to like one thing or person better than another or others

Example:
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I prefer coffee to tea.
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Most people prefer to work from home if given the choice.
Synonym:
favorchooseopt forselectelect
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