preference

US /ˈpref.ər.əns/

UK /ˈpref.ər.əns/

1.

a greater liking for one alternative over another or others

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She has a strong preference for classical music.

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What's your preference for dinner tonight?

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liking choice option priority predilection

2.

a thing preferred

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My main preference is to work from home.

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He stated his preference for a window seat.

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favorite choice selection option

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prefer preferably preferable in preference to preferred stock