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Meaning of preemptive

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

preemptive

Pronunciation:/pɹiːˈɛmp.tɪv/

adjective

Definitions

  1. Of or relating to preemption.

  2. Made so as to deter an anticipated unpleasant situation.

  3. (of a high-level bid) Intended to interfere with an opponent's bidding.