preferential preferential /ˌprɛfɝˈɛnʃəl/

adjective

1. () Manifesting partiality  ( discriminatory , preferential )
   manifesting partiality
    A discriminatory tax
   a discriminatory tax
    Preferential tariff rates
   preferential tariff rates
    Preferential treatment
   preferential treatment
    A preferential shop gives priority or advantage to union members in hiring or promoting
   a preferential shop gives priority or advantage to union members in hiring or promoting