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Meaning of the word "preside over" in English

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preside over

US /prɪˈzaɪd oʊvər/

UK /prɪˈzaɪd ˈəʊvə/

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Phrasal Verb

to be in charge of a meeting or event

Example:

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The judge will preside over the trial.

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She was asked to preside over the committee meeting.

Synonym:

chair officiate moderate supervise govern

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