have respect of persons

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English[edit]

Etymology[edit]

From the Bible, Proverbs 28:21.

Verb[edit]

have respect of persons (third-person singular simple present has respect of persons, present participle having respect of persons, simple past and past participle had respect of persons)

  1. To show favouritism toward certain people, as for their wealth etc.

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