Word Meaning

preside definition and meaning

v. i. To be set, or to sit, in the place of authority; to occupy the place of president, chairman, moderator, director, etc.; to direct, control, and regulate, as chief officer; as, to preside at a public meeting; to preside over the senate.
v. i. To exercise superintendence; to watch over.

Crossword clues for preside

- Be in the chair
- chair the proceedings