favour

/ˈfeɪvər/
noun
  1. A kind or helpful act done for someone.
    • Could you do me a favour and pass the salt?
    • She asked her neighbour for a favour to water her plants.
    • He returned the favour by helping her move.
  2. Approval, support, or liking for someone or something.
    • She looked on the plan with favour.
    • The king's favour brought great wealth to the family.
    • The proposal found favour with the board members.
  3. A small gift or token given to guests at a party or event.
    • The party favours included candles and chocolates.
    • They handed out favours to thank everyone for coming.
    • Each guest received a small favour at the wedding.
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verb
  1. To prefer or support someone or something over others.
    • Many voters favour the new policy.
    • She favours natural light when painting.
    • The teacher tends to favour students who work hard.
  2. To treat someone or something with special kindness or preference.
    • He favoured his youngest daughter with extra attention.
    • The weather favoured our outdoor picnic.
    • Fortune favoured the brave explorers.
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