Definition of "Favor" :

noun: an act of gracious kindness

noun: souvenir consisting of a small gift given to a guest at a party

noun: an advantage to the benefit of someone or something

"The outcome was in his favor."

noun: an inclination to approve

"That style is in favor this season."

noun: a feeling of favorable regard

verb: consider as the favorite

"The local team was favored."

verb: promote over another

"He favors his second daughter."

verb: bestow a privilege upon

verb: treat gently or carefully