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Definition choice in British English

choice noun

noun
/tʃɔɪs/
1

the opportunity or right to choose between different things

Example

Our aim is to provide greater choice for consumers.

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These people have the choice of whether to buy a house or rent one.

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Students have a choice between studying French or German.

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I think parents should be able to exercise some choice over what their children see on the Internet.

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If you were given the choice, would you prefer a cat or a dog?

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Freedom of choice is very important for many people.

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The policy will limit parental choice rather than increase it.

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2

a decision to choose someone or something

Example

He was facing a difficult choice between staying with his family or working abroad.

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Our childhood experiences can influence our choice of career.

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He wants people to make their own choices.

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The leaflet will enable you to make an informed choice about whether to go ahead with surgery.

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Many poorer people are facing a stark choice between buying food or heating their homes.

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3

a range of things that you can choose from

Example

The hotel has a well-run restaurant offering a good choice of dishes.

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London has a wide choice of cinemas and theatres.

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3.1

one of the things you can choose from

Example

There are three choices of dessert on the menu.

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4

someone or something that you choose

Example

The top of a mountain was an unusual choice of venue for a wedding.

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Greece is a popular choice for a family holiday.

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I think Edinburgh University would be my first choice.

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Research has shown that Owen is the preferred choice amongst middle-class voters.

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Pitcher, now 56, was not an obvious choice for the job.

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Parents are often crucial in determining their child's career choice.

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Definition choice in British English