Meaning Of The Word Pre-empt

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What's The Definition Of Pre-empt?

pre-empt
verb: If you pre-empt an action, you prevent it from happening by doing something which makes it unnecessary or impossible.

pre-empt in British English
verb: to acquire in advance of or to the exclusion of others; appropriate

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