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preside

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Main Entry:
pre·side 
          Listen to the pronunciation of preside
Pronunciation:
\pri-ˈzīd\
Function:
intransitive verb
Inflected Form(s):
pre·sid·ed; pre·sid·ing
Etymology:
Latin praesidēre to guard, preside over, from prae- + sedēre to sit — more at sit
Date:
1608
1: to exercise guidance, direction, or control2 a: to occupy the place of authority : act as president, chairman, or moderator b: to occupy a position similar to that of a president or chairman3: to occupy a position of featured instrumental performer —usually used with at<presided at the organ>
pre·sid·er noun


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