DICTIONARY ENTRY
2 SYLLABLES
preempt
/pri'ɛmpt/ · priɛmpt
Preempt has 2 syllables: pre · empt.
pre
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empt
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noun. A high bid that is intended to prevent the opposing players from bidding.
verb. Take the place of or have precedence over.
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).
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