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Synonyms of preempt

1. (noun) a high bid that is intended to prevent the opposing players from bidding

2. (verb) take the place of or have precedence over

Hypernyms of preempt

1. (noun) a high bid that is intended to prevent the opposing players from bidding

2. (verb) acquire for oneself before others can do so

3. (verb) take the place of or have precedence over

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

5. (verb) make a preemptive bid in the game of bridge

Domain Categories of preempt

1. (verb) make a preemptive bid in the game of bridge

Words Derivationally Related to preempt

1. (verb) acquire for oneself before others can do so

2. (verb) make a preemptive bid in the game of bridge