preference

The selecting of someone or something over another or others.

The right or chance to make a choice.

Someone or something so chosen or preferred: synonym: choice.

The state of being preferred; favor over others.

A priority of payment given to one or more creditors by an insolvent debtor.

The right of a creditor to priority of payment.

The presentation of a case as ready for consideration.

The formal presentation of criminal charges against someone.