Lexic.us

Definition of Prefer

1. Verb. Like better; value more highly. "They prefer him to write the letter"; "We prefer sleeping outside"

2. Verb. Select as an alternative over another. "They prefer him to write the letter"; "She opted for the job on the East coast"

3. Verb. Promote over another. "The chefs prefer the vegetables"; "He favors his second daughter"

4. Verb. Give preference to one creditor over another.

Definition of Prefer

1. v. t. To carry or bring (something) forward, or before one; hence, to bring for consideration, acceptance, judgment, etc.; to offer; to present; to proffer; to address; -- said especially of a request, prayer, petition, claim, charge, etc.

Definition of Prefer

1. to hold in higher regard or esteem [v -FERRED, -FERRING, -FERS]

Lexicographical Neighbors of Prefer

prefaces prefacing prefade prefaded prefades prefading prefard prefascist prefatorial prefatory

prefect prefects prefectural prefecture prefectures prefer (current term) preferabilities preferability preferable preferably

preference preferences preference shares preferential preferentially preferment preferments preferred preferred shares preferred stock

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