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Preferential
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preferential adj
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1 : of or constituting a preference [a transfer]
2 : giving preference to union members esp. in hiring [a shop]
3 : showing preference [these creditors may obtain treatment]
Source: Merriam-Webster's Dictionary of Law ©1996. Merriam-Webster, Incorporated. Published under license with Merriam-Webster, Incorporated.