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choice definition

choice (c̸ho̵is)

noun

  1. the act of choosing; selection
  2. the right, power, or chance to choose; option
  3. a person or thing chosen
  4. the best or most preferable part
  5. a variety from which to choose
  6. a supply that is well chosen
  7. an alternative

Etymology: ME & OFr chois < choisir, to choose < Goth kausjan, to taste, test: see choose

adjective choicer choic′er, choicest choic′·est

  1. of special excellence; superior
  2. carefully chosen
  3. designating or of a grade of government-classified meat between prime and good

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choice Idioms

of choice

that is or are preferred medically the treatment of choice

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