Read the dictionary definition of partial. All definitions for this word.
1. a harmonic with a frequency that is a multiple of the fundamental frequency
2. 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
3. being or affecting only a part; not total
1. a partial description of the suspect
2. partial collapse
3. a partial eclipse
4. a partial monopoly
5. partial immunity
4. (followed by `of' or `to') having a strong preference or liking for
1. fond of chocolate
2. partial to horror movies
5. showing favoritism