preempt

preempt is a valid 7-letter word worth 13 points in Scrabble and 16 in Words With Friends.

Meaning

What does preempt mean?

  • 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)

  • verb

    make a preemptive bid in the game of bridge

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