n.
1.a strong liking
2.a predisposition in favor of something
3.the right or chance to choose
4.grant of favor or advantage to one over another (especially to a country or countries in matters of international trade, such as levying duties)
Idiom of the Day
cast one's lot in with (someone)
to join with someone and accept whatever happens - good or bad
The woman cast her lot in with the new company and worked hard to make it a success.