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Definitions of of choice words

noun of choice an act or instance of choosing; selection: Her choice of a computer was made after months of research. His parents were not happy with his choice of friends. 1
noun of choice the right, power, or opportunity to choose; option: The child had no choice about going to school. 1
noun of choice the person or thing chosen or eligible to be chosen: This book is my choice. He is one of many choices for the award. 1
noun of choice an alternative: There is another choice. 1
noun of choice an abundance or variety from which to choose: a wide choice of candidates. 1
noun of choice something that is preferred or preferable to others; the best part of something: Mare's Nest is the choice in the sixth race. 1

before 1250

One of the 11% oldest English words

1250-1300; Middle English chois < Old French, derivative of choisir to perceive, choose < Germanic; see choose

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A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 98% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.

Most Europeans know this English word. The frequency of it’s usage is somewhere between "mom" and "screwdriver".

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wonted — accustomed; used (usually followed by an infinitive): He was wont to rise at dawn.