Preemptor

Pronunciation: /ˈpɹiˈɛmptɝ/

Preemptor (noun)

  1. A person or thing that acts first to stop a problem or action before it happens.
  2. In strategy, a move made early to stop an opponent from taking the next step.

Examples

  • A preemptor acts early to prevent problems before they grow.
  • The preemptor checks risks first, so failures are less likely.