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preferentialism

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pref·​er·​en·​tial·​ism | \ -əˌlizəm \
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Definition of preferentialism

: the policy or practice of granting preferences in international trade

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History and Etymology for preferentialism

preferential + -ism

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“Preferentialism.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/preferentialism. Accessed 25 May. 2022.

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