English Explanatory Dictionary

preset

English dictionary entry

Meanings

adj
  1. Set in advance, or as a default.
verb
  1. To set something in advance.
noun
  1. A setting that is set in advance.
  2. A kind of variable resistor designed to have its resistance set while building the circuit, and then left at that value.

Pronunciation

/ˈpɹiːsɛt/ /pɹiːˈsɛt/ LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-preset.wav LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-preset2.wav /ˈpɹiːset/ /pɹiːˈset/

Word forms

preset presets presetting

Etymology

From pre- + set.

Synonyms

PR

Derived words

presettable presetter
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