preemptor

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Noun preemptor has 2 senses

preemptor, pre-emptor - someone who acquires land by preemption
--₁ is a kind of appropriator

Derived form: verb preempt₁
preemptor, pre-emptor - a bidder in bridge who makes a preemptive bid
--₂ is a kind of bidder

Derived form: verb preempt₂

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Preemptor

Noun:

A person or thing that preempts or takes precedence over others.

Example sentence: The company aims to be a preemptor in the tech industry, always one step ahead of its competitors.

Verb:

To preclude or prevent (an action) by anticipating or before it occurs.

Example sentence: The athlete preempted his opponent's move by quickly changing his strategy.

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