preset

1 of 2

verb

pre·​set ˈprē-ˌset 

preset; presetting

transitive verb

: to set in advance

preset

2 of 2

noun

: something (such as a radio station) preprogrammed into a device

Examples of preset in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Verb

Using the Steam Deck graphics preset, as shown in the chart, the Xbox Ally X20 performed similarly to the Xbox Ally X and Legion Go 2. — Zackery Cuevas, PC Magazine, 15 Oct. 2026

Being unbuckled doesn’t preset that number, which is why the practical answer always comes back to what the evidence shows about specific injuries. — Kaitlyn Gomez, Miami Herald, 15 Sep. 2026

Noun

The Crispi is both a microwave and air fryer, offering 14 cooking functions, including eight microwave presets for tasks like defrosting food and reheating leftovers. — Sheena Vasani, The Verge, 28 Oct. 2026

The new headphones also have a new gaming EQ preset that wasn't available on the original XM4. — Christian De Looper, PC Magazine, 26 Oct. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

Verb

1929, in the meaning defined above

Noun

1953, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for preset

• abet
• asset
• baguette
• banquette
• barbette
• beget
• beset
• binet
• briquette
• brunet
• brunette
• burette

Kids Definition

preset

verb

pre·​set

(ˈ)prē-ˈset

preset; presetting

: to set ahead of time

preset the oven to 350 degrees