preempts
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Is preempts a Scrabble word?
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- Scrabble US/Canada (OTCWL) Yes
- Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) Yes
- Wordle No
- Words With Friends Yes
What is the meaning of preempts?
Definition
noun (English)
1. a high bid that is intended to prevent the opposing players from biddingSynonyms: pre-empt, preempt, preemptive bid
verb (English)
1. acquire for oneself before others can do soSynonyms: preempt
2. take the place of or have precedence overExamples: "live broadcast of the presidential debate preempts the regular news hour"; "discussion of the emergency situation will preempt the lecture by the professor"Synonyms: displace, preempt
3. gain possession of by prior right or opportunity, especially so as to obtain the right to buy (land)Synonyms: preempt
4. make a preemptive bid in the game of bridgeSynonyms: preempt
Definition source: Wiktionary