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1. (n.) preferment
the act of preferring.
2. preferment
the state of being preferred.
3. preferment
advancement or promotion, esp. in the church.
4. preferment
a position or office affording social or pecuniary advancement.
Etymology: (1425–75)
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Princeton's WordNet |
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1. (noun) preferment
the act of preferring
"the preferment went to the younger candidate"
2. (noun) preferment
the act of making accusations
"preferment of charges"
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Webster Dictionary |
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1. (noun) preferment
the act of choosing, or the state of being chosen; preference
2. (noun) preferment
the act of preferring, or advancing in dignity or office; the state of being advanced; promotion
3. (noun) preferment
a position or office of honor or profit; as, the preferments of the church
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