showing favoritism
partial (adj.)
the derivative of a function of two or more variables with respect to a single variable while the other variables are considered to be constant
[ Syn: partial derivative ]
a harmonic with a frequency that is a multiple of the fundamental frequency
[ Syn: overtone , partial tone ]
partial (n.)
being or affecting only a part; not total; a partial description of the suspect; partial collapse; a partial eclipse; a partial monopoly; partial immunity'
(followed by `of or `to) having a strong preference or liking for; fond of chocolate; partial to horror movies
[ Syn: fond ]