Definition of "Partial" :

noun: a harmonic with a frequency that is a multiple of the fundamental frequency

noun: 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

adjective: being or affecting only a part; not total

"A partial description of the suspect."

adjective: (followed by of' or to') having a strong preference or liking for

"Partial to horror movies."

adjective: showing favoritism