Synonyms for preempt
3 synonyms found - words and phrases with similiar meaning. Definitionnoun
- a high bid that is intended to prevent the opposing players from bidding
verb
- take the place of or have precedence over
- acquire for oneself before others can do so
- gain possession of by prior right or opportunity, especially so as to obtain the right to buy (land)
- make a preemptive bid in the game of bridge