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Definition favouritism in British English

favouritism noun

[uncountable] noun
/ˈfeɪv(ə)rətɪzəm/
1

the unfair practice of giving someone help or advantages that you do not give to others

Example

He was accused of showing favouritism to particular students.

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Definition favouritism in British English