nonpreference

noun, adj — 2 senses

nonpreference

noun

Etymology From non- + preference.

1

Lack of preference.

  • The mechanism of preference has the corollary of nonpreference; that is, a tree emits no chemicals that attract an insect or masks the attractant with other chemicals.1980, Fred Barrows Knight, Herman John Heikkenen, Samuel Alexander Graham, Principles of Forest Entomology, page 67:

nonpreference

adj

Etymology From non- + preference.

1

Not given preferential treatment.

  • a nonpreference applicant

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