preferentialism

preferentialism

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  • preferentialism — pref·er·en·tial·ism …   English syllables

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  • preferential — preferentialism, n. preferentialist, n. preferentially, adv. /pref euh ren sheuhl/, adj. 1. of, pertaining to, or of the nature of preference: preferential policies. 2. showing or giving preference: a preferential hiring system. 3. receiving or… …   Universalium

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  • preferentialist — lə̇st noun ( s) Etymology: preferential + ist : an adherent of preferentialism * * * preferenˈtialist noun Someone who favours a preferential tariff • • • Main Entry: ↑prefer …   Useful english dictionary

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