Meaning of 'preempt'

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Meaning of ‘preempt’

5 definitions found.

preempt

noun

a high bid that is intended to prevent the opposing players from bidding

Synonyms: preemptive bid

verb

make a preemptive bid in the game of bridge

verb

acquire for oneself before others can do so

verb

gain possession of by prior right or opportunity, especially so as to obtain the right to buy (land)

verb

take the place of or have precedence over

Example: "live broadcast of the presidential debate preempts the regular news hour"

Synonyms: displace

Source: WordNet 3.0 Copyright 2006 by Princeton University

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