Prefer
Definition of Prefer
Pre`fer´ | v. t. | 1. | 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. | | 2. | To go before, or be before, in estimation; to outrank; to surpass. | | 3. | To cause to go before; hence, to advance before others, as to an office or dignity; to raise; to exalt; to promote; as, to prefer an officer to the rank of general. | | 4. | To set above or before something else in estimation, favor, or liking; to regard or honor before another; to hold in greater favor; to choose rather; - often followed by to, before, or above. |
Related Words
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