preference

Meanings

1. 1
   noun The selection of one thing or person over others (with the main adposition being "for" in relation to the thing or person, but possibly also "of")
2. 2
   noun The option to so select, and the one selected.
3. 3
   noun The state of being preferred over others.
4. 4
   noun A strong liking or personal valuation.
5. 5
   noun A preferential bias; partiality; discrimination.
6. 6
   verb To give preferential treatment to; to give a preference to.