prepreference: Meaning and Definition of

pre•pref•er•ence

Pronunciation: (prē-pref'ur-uns, -pref'runs), [key]
— adj. Brit.
  1. taking precedence over preference shares in dividends or in capital distribution at the time of dissolution or liquidation of a business.
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