Definition of: select

(si·lekt′) v.t.
To take in preference to another or others; pick out; choose.
—v.i. To make a choice; choose. See synonyms under ALLOT, CHOOSE.
—adjective
1. Chosen in preference to others; taken as being most fit or desirable; choice.
2. Exclusive.
3. Very particular in selecting. See synonyms under CHOICE, EXCELLENT. [<L selectus, pp. of seligere <se- apart + legere choose]
—se·lect′ness noun
—se·lec′tor noun