Definitions
1.NounPrior claim (on payment, or on purchasing something); the first rights to obtain a particular payment or product. .mw-parser-output .defdate{font-size:smaller}
2.NounThe fact of being pushed or advanced to a more favourable situation; furtherance, promotion (of a candidate, action, undertaking etc.).
3.NounAdvancement to a higher position or office; promotion.
4.NounA position (especially in the Church of England) that provides profit or prestige.
5.NounThe fact of preferring something; preference.
6.NounA mixture of flour, water and yeast that is allowed to ferment prior to another baking process