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Definitions &Translations Definitions for preformed. Here are all the possible meanings and translations of the word preformed. Wiktionary(0.00 / 0 votes)Rate this definition: preformed(Adjective) formed, constructed or assembled in advance.
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- Definition of preemption. 1  1a : the right of purchasing before others; especially : one given by the government to the actual settler upon a tract of public landb : the purchase of something under this right. 2  2 : a prior seizure or appropriation : a taking possession before others.
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- Full Definition of PREDATION. 1. : the act of preying or plundering: depredation. 2. : a mode of life in which food is primarily obtained by the killing and consuming of animals. See predation defined for English-language learners. See predation defined for kids.
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Prebiotic (nutrition) Prebiotic (nutrition) Not to be confused with Probiotic. Prebiotics are substances that induce the growth or activity of microorganisms (e.g., bacteria and fungi) that contribute to the well-being of their host. The most common example is in the gastrointestinal tract, where prebiotics can alter the composition of organisms in the gut microbiome.
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- Definition of preemption. 1a : the right of purchasing before others; especially : one given by the government to the actual settler upon a tract of public landb : the purchase of something under this right.
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- To precede is defined as to go before or introduce. 1  An example of to precede is to be the first in line. 2  An example of to precede is to publicly welcome a speaker at an event.
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- WordReference Random House Unabridged Dictionary of American English © 2017. pre•ven•tive (pri ven′tiv),USA pronunciation adj. Medicineof or noting a drug, vaccine, etc., for preventing disease; prophylactic. serving to prevent or hinder:preventive measures.
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- verb (used without object), predominated, predominating. 1. to be the stronger or leading element or force. 2. to have numerical superiority or advantage: The radicals predominate in the new legislature.
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preemptive Definition of preemptive. 1a : of or relating to preemptionb : having power to preempt. 2 of a bid in bridge : higher than necessary and intended to shut out bids by the opponents. 3 : giving a stockholder first option to purchase new stock in an amount proportionate to his existing holdings. 4 : marked by the seizing of the initiative : initiated by oneself a preemptive attack.
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- Medical Definition of Prenatal development. Prenatal development: The process of growth and development within the womb, in which a single-cell zygote (the cell formed by the combination of a sperm and an egg) becomes an embryo, a fetus, and then a baby. The first two weeks of development are concerned with simple cell multiplication.
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- Define preterm: of, relating to, being, or brought forth by premature birth — preterm in a sentence of, relating to, being, or brought forth by premature birth… See the full definition
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- pre·emp·tive. adj. 1. a. Undertaken or intended to deter or prevent an anticipated, usually unpleasant situation or occurrence: The two companies organized a preemptive alliance against a possible takeover by another firm.. preemptive-designed or having the power to deter or prevent an anticipated situation or occurrence; a preemptive business offer. pre-emptive. preventative, preventive-tending to prevent or hinder.
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Medical Dictionary Medical Definition of prelingual. : occurring before an individual has developed the use of language prelingual deafness.
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Definition of 'presume' presume (prɪzjuːm , US -zuːm ) Word forms: 3rd person singular present tense presumes , present participle presuming , past tense , past participle presumed. 1. verb. If you presume that something is the case, you think that it is the case, although you are not certain. I presume you're here on business.
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predisposition A predisposition is a tendency to do something. If you know you have a predisposition toward getting carsick, better to plan ahead and avoid eating before a long drive. Things could get ugly. If you have a predisposition to think or act a certain way, you can anticipate your reaction before it happens.
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precept The definition of a precept is a guiding principle or rule that is used to control, influence or regulate conduct. An example of a precept is a commandment found in the Ten Commandments. a commandment or direction meant as a rule of action or conduct. a rule of moral conduct; maxim.
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- Definition of pre-. 1a (1) : earlier than : prior to : before Precambrian prehistoric (2) : preparatory or prerequisite to premedicalb : in advance : beforehand precancel prepay. 2 : in front of : anterior to preaxial premolar. preadmission. preadult. preagricultural. preanesthetic.
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precocious Precocious would be a toddler who can read. adjective. The definition of precocious is a person who is more developed or more mature than expected for their age. An example of precocious is a two year old being able to read. precocious. precocious.
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prebiotic medical Definition of prebiotic : a substance and especially a carbohydrate (such as inulin) that is nearly or wholly indigestible and that when consumed (as in food) promotes the growth of beneficial bacteria in the digestive tract — compare probiotic
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- 1. of or pertaining to preemption. 2. taken as a measure against something possible, anticipated, or feared; preventive; deterrent: a preemptive strike against the enemy. 3. pertaining to an opening bid in bridge that is unnecessarily high, designed to prevent further bidding.[1785–95, Amer.. preemptive-designed or having the power to deter or prevent an anticipated situation or occurrence; a preemptive business offer. pre-emptive. preventative, preventive-tending to prevent or hinder.
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- preen. 1. to trim or dress (feathers, fur, etc.) with the beak or tongue. 2. to dress (oneself) carefully or smartly; primp. 3. to pride (oneself) on an achievement, personal quality, etc. 4. to make oneself appear striking or smart in dress or appearance.reen-clean with one's bill; The birds preened. plume. arrange, set up-put into a proper or systematic order; arrange the books on the shelves in chronological order. clean, make clean-make clean by removing dirt, filth, or unwanted substances from; Clean the stove!; The dentist cleaned my teeth.
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precocious Definition of precocious. 1  1 : exceptionally early in development or occurrence precocious puberty. 2  2 : exhibiting mature qualities at an unusually early age a precocious child.
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predate verb (used with object), predated, predating. 1. to date before the actual time; antedate: He predated the check by three days. 2. to precede in date: a house that predates the Civil War.
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- to cook partially or completely, for final preparation at a later time. transitive verb. pre·cooked, pre·cook·ing, pre·cooks. To cook in advance or partially.
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Preadolescence Preadolescence is a stage of human development following early childhood and preceding adolescence. It generally ends with the beginning of puberty, but may also be defined as ending with the start of the teenage years. For example, dictionary definitions generally designate it as 10–13 years.
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precept (prē′sĕpt′) n. 1. A rule or principle prescribing a particular course of action or conduct. 2. Law A direction or order issued by an authority; a writ, command, or process.