preemptive


Definition: Meaning of, preemptive in English to English dictionary.

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  1. designed or having the power to deter or prevent an anticipated situation or occurrence
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preemptive used in phrases

  • preemptive bid (noun)
    1. a high bid that is intended to prevent the opposing players from bidding
  • preemptive right (noun)
    1. the right granting to shareholders the first opportunity to buy a new issue of stock; provides protection against dilution of the shareholder's ownership interest
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