preemptory

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Definition of preemptory in English English dictionary

{s} due to initial rights, due to preemptive privilege; concerning a right or claim of possession, of tenure; designed to make a first strike against someone who is planning to attack

Related Terms

preëmptory

Serving to preëmpt

preëmptory

Of, or pertaining unto, a preëmptor

Etymology

() Preëmpt + -ory (adjectival suffix)