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preferment

/pɹɪˈfəːmənt/

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noun

Prior claim (on payment, or on purchasing something); the first rights to obtain a particular payment or product.

Examples :

"Because she had been a loyal customer for many years, Sarah was given preferment when the new phone was released, allowing her to purchase it before the general public. "

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noun

The fact of being pushed or advanced to a more favourable situation; furtherance, promotion (of a candidate, action, undertaking etc.).

Examples :

"His relentless networking eventually paid off, leading to his preferment to the position of Senior Manager. "

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noun

Advancement to a higher position or office; promotion.

Examples :

"The teacher's diligent work earned her preferment to head of the department. "

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noun

A position (especially in the Church of England) that provides profit or prestige.

Examples :

"He sought preferment within the Church, hoping a higher position would offer more influence and a better income. "

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noun

The fact of preferring something; preference.

Examples :

"The hiring manager's preferment of candidates with prior experience led to Sarah, who had just graduated, being overlooked. "

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noun

A mixture of flour, water and yeast that is allowed to ferment prior to another baking process

Examples :

"The baker checked the preferment, noting its bubbly texture, before adding it to the final dough for the sourdough bread. "

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