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preside
[ pri-zahyd ]
verb (used without object)
- to occupy the place of authority or control, as in an assembly or meeting; act as president or chairperson.
- to exercise management or control (usually followed by over ):
The lawyer presided over the estate.
preside
/ ɪˈɪ /
verb
- to sit in or hold a position of authority, as over a meeting
- to exercise authority; control
- to occupy a position as an instrumentalist
he presided at the organ
Derived Forms
- ˈ, noun
Other Word Forms
- ·İ noun
- ܲp·iԲ adjective
Word History and Origins
Word History and Origins
Origin of preside1
Example Sentences
If another male approaches, the presiding reptile will do “push-ups” to assert dominion over its realm.
He has remained in power without election for many years, presiding over a PA that is seen by its critics as ineffective at best and corrupt at worst.
Los Angeles County Superior Court Judge Eleanor Hunter, who presided over the case after Orange County judges recused themselves, set a sentencing date of June 13.
President Nixon presided over the first Earth Day, founded in large part as a reaction to a devastating oil spill off the coast of California.
The cardinal also will preside over the certification of Francis's death, laying his body into the coffin.
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