preconquer

English

Etymology

Mid 17th century; earliest use found in Thomas Fuller (1607/8–1661), Church of England clergyman. From pre- +‎ conquer.

Verb

preconquer (third-person singular simple present preconquers, present participle preconquering, simple past and past participle preconquered)

1. (rare) To conquer beforehand.

Related terms

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