Meaning & Definition of Preference in English

1. A strong liking

• "My own preference is for good literature"

• "The irish have a penchant for blarney"

2. A predisposition in favor of something

• "A predilection for expensive cars"

• "His sexual preferences"

• "Showed a marxist orientation"

3. The right or chance to choose

• "Given my druthers, i'd eat cake"

4. Grant of favor or advantage to one over another (especially to a country or countries in matters of international trade, such as levying duties)