pref

Noun (1)

preference (countable and uncountable, plural preferences)

1. 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")
   • He has a preference for crisp wines.

   Synonyms:

   druthers, way

2. The option to so select, and the one selected.
   • Can I keep my preferences when I upgrade to the new version of this application?
3. The state of being preferred over others.
4. A strong liking or personal valuation.
5. A preferential bias; partiality; discrimination.

   Synonyms:

   predilection

Noun (2)

preference (uncountable)

1. Preferans, a card game, principally played in Eastern Europe.

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Noun

preference share (plural preference shares)

1. Synonym of preferred stock.

   Synonyms:

   preferred stock