HyperDic: pre-emptor

English > 2 senses of the word pre-emptor:
NOUNperson pre-emptor, preemptorsomeone who acquires land by preemption
person pre-emptor, preemptora bidder in bridge who makes a preemptive bid
English > pre-emptor: 2 senses > noun 1, person
Meaningsomeone who acquires land by preemption.
Synonympreemptor
Broaderappropriatorsomeone who takes for his or her own use (especially without permission)
English > pre-emptor: 2 senses > noun 2, person
MeaningA bidder in bridge who makes a preemptive bid.
Synonympreemptor
Broaderbiddersomeone who makes a bid at cards

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